The 'Boule', or Council of 500, was unique in its democratic nature because its members were chosen by:
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Correct answer: Sortition (random lottery)
To prevent corruption and ensure that any citizen could participate, the 500 members of the Boule were selected by lot. This council was responsible for drafting the legislation that the larger Ecclesia would later vote upon.
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