alleryIn which century BC did the term for democracy first appear in Greek city-states?
AThe 2nd century BC
BThe 8th century BC
CThe 11th century BC
DThe 5th century BC
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. The 5th century BC
The Greek word meaning rule of the people came into use in city-states such as Athens in the 5th century BC.
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