How Did Costa Rica Avoid the Polarization and Violence Typical

question 21

Multiple Choice

How did Costa Rica avoid the polarization and violence typical of the Cold War era in Central America?

• A) It had a large indigenous population.
• B) It was not as politically explosive as other neighboring countries.
• C) Exploitative colonial hierarchies were a burden to the country.
• D) It had a very strong army.

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Definitions:

Domination

The exercise of power over a group of people to direct them to comply with specific commands.

Work Environment

The physical and psychological conditions under which employees operate, including factors such as safety, culture, and interpersonal relationships.

Authority

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience, often within a specific domain or institution.

Communism

Marx’s hypothetical economic system in which ownership of the means of production is collective and workers’ labour is not exploited.