Theda Skocpol Argued That the Most Important Element Causing a Revolution

question 39

Multiple Choice

Theda Skocpol argued that the most important element causing a revolution to succeed is

• A) the discontent of key members of the middle class.
• B) the decay of the old regime from war and financial crises.
• C) aspects of international trade and finance.
• D) the role of the Church.
• E) the quality of the revolutionary force's leadership

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