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1
Q

In which year was Solon elected chief magistrate?

A

594BC

2
Q

Who can be said to have ‘ended exclusive aristocratic control of the government, substituted a system of control by the wealthy, and introduced a more humane law code?’

A

Solon

3
Q

What was Solon’s profession before he became heavily involved in public life?

A

Merchant

4
Q

What type of family did Solon come from?

A

Probably a noble Eupatrid clan; his father was probably Execestides and their lineage could be traced back to the last king of Athens

5
Q

What are the dates given for Solon’s life?

A

c 630 BC - c 560 BC