What were the requirements of being a citizen in Athens?

Answer 1

Unlike many other early social/governmental systems, wealth was not required to be a citizen of Athens.

Answer 2

In the limited democracy of ancient Athens, basic citizenship was given only to those persons who had been born into Athenian society of Athenian citizen-parents, although in special cases citizenship was awarded to foreigners. Notably, voting rights and participation in public office was allowed only to adult males who had completed a special military training.

Answer 3

A citizen of Athens was a male over 18 years of age. At that age he was presented to the council of his tribe and vouched for by his nearest male relative. If no one of the tribal assembly objected, he was granted citizenship.

Answer 4

To be 18 years of age and accepted by your tribal council as Athenian by birth.

Answer 5

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