What factors lead to a civilization's growth, and how might environmental determinism influence these factors?

1.     in what kind of government does a small group have a firm control over a country?  

Why are slanted roofs found on many buildings within russia and finland? a. to prevent ice slides. b. to prevent the build-up of water during heavy rains. c. to prevent heat from escaping during the clod winter months. d. to prevent snow build-up.

The clergy comprised the wealthy first estate with members of noble descent in particular having a great deal of power.what was the source of the clergy’s wealth