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The Origins of Democracy

Question 2 • (OC27) US GOVT-2106310-Sem-Meadows

Read the quotation from the Greek philosopher Aristotle.[A] state which becomes progressively more and more a unity will cease to be a state at all. Plurality of numbers is natural in a state; and the further it moves away from plurality towards unity, the less of a state it becomes.Aristotle believed that the citizens of a successful state must

Answer
A
share the same beliefs.
B
follow the leadership of a dictator.
C
hold annual elections.
D
allow for a diversity of opinions.

Explanation

Aristotle says a state needs “plurality”—a variety of people and perspectives—and becomes less of a state as it moves toward complete unity. This means citizens should allow for a diversity of opinions, rather than all sharing the same beliefs or submitting to one ruler.

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