All Rulers Need the Support of the Military and the Backing

question 47

True/False

All rulers need the support of the military and the backing of business elites to maintain their position.

Understand the evolution and origins of language, including theories on how spoken language may have developed.

Grasp the significance of linguistic features such as alphabets, linguistic divergence, and the impact of language on perceptions of reality.

Understand the distinction and similarities between various altered states of consciousness.

Recognize the stages and functions of sleep and their impact on health and behavior.

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Definitions:

First Movie Star

A term referring to the first cinematic actor or actress who gained widespread fame and recognition for their work in film.

Florence Lawrence

Florence Lawrence is considered the first movie star, having been the first film actress whose name was used to promote films in the early 20th century, thus pioneering celebrity endorsement in cinema.

Lillian Gish

An iconic American actress who starred in many silent films, often called "The First Lady of American Cinema," known for her collaborations with director D.W. Griffith.

Motion Picture Patents Company

A trust of major American film companies that held a monopoly on film production and distribution in the early 1900s, leading to antitrust actions.