How did ancient Greek philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle contribute to the formation of modern democratic governments? A. by promoting the election of enlightened philosophers B. by encouraging the participation of all citizens in governance C. by prescribing civil training and tests for all officials D. by contemplating the purpose and structure of government

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12 December, 02:12

How did ancient Greek philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle contribute to the formation of modern democratic governments? A. by promoting the election of enlightened philosophers B. by encouraging the participation of all citizens in governance C. by prescribing civil training and tests for all officials D. by contemplating the purpose and structure of government

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Kingston Irwin · Answer 1

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B. by encouraging the participation of all citizens in governance

They supported the idea of a democracy where the people choose. This is the idea that is common nowadays in modern democracies and people have universal suffrage, even more so than then, because then Women couldn't vote and slaves couldn't vote either.