What was a major contribution of Athenian leader Pericles to government? A) He helped Athens move to a meritocracy in which government
positions were based on merit and virtue.

B) He helped Athens move to an oligarchy in which a select group of
individuals controlled the government.

C) He helped Athens move to a direct democracy in which citizens
directly voted on decisions themselves.

D) He helped Athens move to a representative republic in which
elected officials wrote new laws.