Instructions: _∙ Identify Each Item. Give an Explanation or Description of of the Item

question 94

Essay

Instructions:
_∙ Identify each item. Give an explanation or description of the item. Answer the questions who, what, where, and when.
Explain the historical significance of each item. Establish the historical context in which the
_∙ item exists. Establish the item as the result of or as the cause of other factors existing in the society under study. Answer this question: What were the political, social, economic,
and/or cultural consequences of this item?
-Jay Cooke

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Definitions:

Elites

Small, privileged groups holding significant power, wealth, or status within a society, often influencing decision-making and policy.

Pluralist Theory

Holds that power is widely dispersed. As a result, no group enjoys disproportionate influence, and decisions are usually reached through negotiation and compromise.

Heterogeneous Society

A community made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, or beliefs.

Competing Interests

Situations where multiple parties have conflicting objectives, goals, or desires.