In the late fifteenth century, the desire in Europe to look for new lands were spurred by: A) significant population growth
B) the absence of a merchant class
C) the declining political power of many monarchs
D) the expansion of feudalism
E) a desire to escape the Black Death

Which statements describe how reformers fought for social change in the progressive era? check all that apply. 1. they founded a state university to promote industrialization. 2. they began a civil rights movement to promote equality between races. 3. they made it legal to manufacture and sell alcohol. 4. they built thousands of new schools and required attendance. 5. they promoted abstinence from alcohol and supported prohibition.