Some Theories That Explain the Rise of Civilization Fail to Recognize

question 31

Multiple Choice

Some theories that explain the rise of civilization fail to recognize the capacity of aggressive,charismatic leaders to shape the course of human history.One theory that acknowledges not only the relationship of society to the environment in shaping social and cultural behavior but also the forceful leaders who create change by striving to advance their positions through self-serving actions.This theory is called:

• A)hydraulic theory.
• B)charismatic theory.
• C)action theory.
• D)ecological theory.
• E)circumscription theory.

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