To Understand Fully a Society's Actions and Its Points of View

question 61

True/False

To understand fully a society's actions and its points of view, one must have an appreciation for the influence of historical events.

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Definitions:

Staples Thesis

An economic theory suggesting that the development of economies depends on the export of natural resources or "staples."

Fur Trade

The buying and selling of animal fur as a commercial enterprise, historically a major driver of exploration and settlement in North American regions.

Cod Fisheries

The industry or practice of catching codfish, historically significant for economic development in various regions.

Innis

Harold Innis was a Canadian economist and communication theorist known for his work on media, communication theories, and economic history.