The increased wealth and influence of the merchant class in the UK in the 17th Century was one of the key determinants of the change in rulership that occurred and resulted in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. This is an example of more open institutions emerging: a. Because the monarchy aimed for more inclusive, open institutions for their own sake b. Because certain groups demanded and acquired power c. Because of an uprising among the ordinary people d. Because of chance decisions and events

How did the international community respond to south africa’s policies in the 1980s?

In this unit, you read about transitions of power and the formation of newly independent nations in africa, asia, the americas, and the middle east. some of these transitions were peaceful, while others caused long-term instability. why do you think some countries were more successful than others with political transitions? what do you think were the biggest challenges facing newly independent countries? would it have been possible for leaders to prevent these problems before they happened? why or why not?

Which religious group faced discrimination in the wake of the terrorist attacks of 9/11/2001?