Can anybody help me with this? Why does Edward Gibbon have this opinion? What does it mean?

Which of these played the biggest role in increased urbanization in the late 1800s? a) transportation improved b) the military was stronger c) no one was farming anymore d) steam power was discovered

Which of the following is not a requirement to become a us representative (congressman/congresswoman)?

Which of the following was a characteristic of government proposed by the new jersey plan?