Read these facts. Alexander the Great died.
War broke out between different groups in his empire.
Rule of Alexander the Great’s empire was divided amongst four of his generals.
Which organizing structure would a historian use to explain why the empire of Alexander the Great collapsed?

cause and effect
changes over time
sequence of events
similarities and differences

I think the answer is sequence of events

Explanation:

If I am wrong please correct me in the comments.

the option which was not a function of missionaries in the northwest was the first one - they established posts for trading furs and other goods.

missionaries were sent around the world to spread religion and their knowledge and others - they were not merchants who sold furs and other goods.