8. evaluate this statement made by a hypothetical historian: "the 20th century represented a consistent trend toward improving the political, social, and economic fortunes for all people of the world." write a well-developed essay that supports or opposes this statement. use at least three issues or events discussed in the course to support your argument.

Political rights for women grew most rapidly on the western frontier primarily because (1) the settlers were influenced by native american indian societies (2) women greatly outnumbered men in the west (3) pioneer life often required men and women to share responsibilities equally (4) immigrants settling in the west brought ideals of gender equality from europe

Which is one reason many african nations have not prospered after gaining independence from european colonial powers? a. colonial powers sent their weakest economic advisors to the new countries, and their recommendations were flawed. b. independence left them with weak economies, and many countries have been unable to overcome or recover from these burdens. c. the desert region of the interior is inhospitable to foreign investors, and business interests focused on the coastal mediterranean cities. d. the money endowed upon independence is still tied up in the bank of england, which is hesitant to make loans to struggling nations.

In harriet's country, the ten provincial states that make up the nation hold the majority of power, with a small central government handling foreign policy and trade. harriet lives under a government best described as which of the selections listed below? select one: a. parliamentary b. federal c. confederal d. unitary