Which of the Following Best Describes the Holy Roman Empire

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the Holy Roman Empire in the late Middle Ages?

• A)A loose collection of states without a common hereditary monarchy, legal system, or coinage
• B)A highly centralized, expansionist state
• C)A stable empire whose center of power gradually shifted to the southwest
• D)The emerging economic powerhouse of Europe
• E)Political power tended to shift southward to Switzerland.

Grasp the concept of cognitive dissonance and its role in attitude change.

Identify the effects of group dynamics on perception and behavior, including outgroup homogeneity.

Differentiate between prejudice, discrimination, and their underlying attitudes and behaviors.

Identify and explain the concepts of prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination.

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Definitions:

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