While Current Historians Argue That the Ottoman, Russian, and Qing

question 45

Multiple Choice

While current historians argue that the Ottoman, Russian, and Qing empires all ultimately collapsed because of economic pressures exerted by Europe, the rulers themselves felt more threatened by

• A) European cultural refinement.
• B) the moral power of Christianity.
• C) European military superiority.
• D) the quality of European manufactured goods.
• E) European racism.

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Definitions:

Organizational Tensions

Refers to conflicts or contradictions within an organization that stem from differing goals, values, or interests among its members or units.

Capricious

Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.

Democratic And Fair

Principles or practices that are characterized by equality, justice, and impartiality within a democratic framework.

Whistle-Blowing

Disclosing any type of information or actions that are regarded as illegal, unethical, or improper within a corporation.