Context: Athens was one of the most powerful independent city-states in ancient Greece. Look at the definitions below. Then answer the question.
Which of the following statements describess living in an independent city-state?
A. I live by myself in the wilderness.
B. I vote for a president that rules over many different cities.
C. All the decisions about my city are made by a faraway emperor.
D. My city rules itself and is not part of a larger country.
From the given choices, select the correct answer and reply with the letter of the chosen option.

D