Unlike earlier times, when independent men owned and worked relatively small and equal lots of the polis, the ________ were reduced to subordinate, dependent peasant status.

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The term "Hellenistic" refers to the period of Greek history that followed the reign of Alexander the Great, during which smaller independent farms were gradually replaced by large estates owned by wealthy landowners. This led to a reduction in the status of previously independent farmers, who became dependent peasants. Therefore, option D, "Hellenistic farmers," is the best choice.

Unlike Earlier Times, When Independent Men Owned and Worked Relatively