What is one of the defining characteristics of modern ear

One of the defining characteristic of modern era was the' spread on enlighten ideas slowed the spread of democracy worldwide'.  

Explanation:

abraham lincoln was the president of usa and he had asked the audience to make a pledge on equality.

his pledge was:

“it is my earnest desire to know the will of the providence.”

lincoln also had hatred for people who condoned and practiced slavery and so he pledged:

""and if i can learnt what it is i can do it"" this is another pledge by abraham to reassure the congregation on how to deal with the providence will.

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most drivers errors for every 20 decisions they make while driving.

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