During the golden age of athens, a tribute was
a soldier in the military.
a tax paid to the empire.
a city-state under athens’ rule.
a leader in the government.

Option B, a tax paid to the empire, is the correct answer.

Explanation:

Throughout the Golden Age of Athens, a tax paid to the empire is known as a tribute. The allies of Athens also paid some kind of taxes to get protection and other facilities. The 5th century BCE is regarded as the time period of the Golden Age in Athens. During this time, Athenians obtained accomplishments in various fields such as coin minting and other cultural achievements. Athens got tributes from the states at customary interim during this time.

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