The 'Council of 500' (Boule) in Athens was responsible for:
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Correct answer: Preparing the agenda for the Assembly (Ecclesia)
The Boule was a representative body of citizens chosen by lot to serve for one year. They managed the day-to-day affairs of the city and ensured that the Assembly had clear proposals to vote on.
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