Compared with Today, the Temperature on Earth During Its First

question 20

Multiple Choice

Compared with today, the temperature on Earth during its first half- billion years was probably

• A) considerably colder.
• B) about the same as today.
• C) considerably warmer.
• D) about the same as today on average, but the diurnal fluctuations were much greater.

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Definitions:

Party Decline

The theory that political parties have become less influential and effective in political systems, particularly in guiding political action and mobilizing voters.

Grassroots Groups

are organizations that originate and operate at the local or community level, often mobilizing community members to effect change in public policy or social attitudes.

Party Bosses

Influential leaders in a political party who control votes and dictate appointments, often associated with a patronage and machine politics.

Politics

The activities associated with the governance of a country or area, especially the debate among individuals or parties seeking to achieve power.