3/13/19

Today while in class, we went over more of the powerpoint on ancient Greece. We discussed more things about politics like requirements to rule, who could rule, who did rule, and how long they ruled for. We talked about how only white men could vote and have a say in the assembly. We also talked about the different rulers and their laws. Draco was a good ruler but had very unnecessarily harsh punishments for little crimes. He also allowed slavery for debts But he also made sure all Athenians were equal. Then came Solon. He outlawed slavery for debts, all Athenians could speak at the assembly and allowed everyone could press charges against wrongdoers. This was a political reform for Greece at the time. Then there was Cleisthenes. But, we are going to go over him on Friday. Mr. Schick is not going to be here tomorrow.