Which statement best describes how the cotton gin affected cotton farming? the cotton gin dramatically decreased cotton production. the cotton gin enabled farmers to grow better cotton. the cotton gin required farmers to use more enslaved laborers. the cotton gin dramatically increased cotton production.

In at least two paragraphs, discuss the differences between the principles of republicanism and democracy. explain whether you think the united states is more of a republic or a democracy. refer to at least one example from the constitution. (10 points)

Using reputable online news sources, find an article about a current event that has happened within the last 12 months that deals with any of the ideas that came about during the enlightenment. for example, you might choose an event that involves freedom of speech, religious tolerance, or the right to vote. alternately, you can choose an event where these values or ideas are absent and would make a tremendous difference if they were present. once you have chosen an event, answer the following questions: what website did you use for your research? what is the title of your article? who is the author of your article? what is the event you read about?

When the ottoman empire weakened, europe reacted by building a canal for trade with the ottoman region. ottoman nations achieve independence. cutting off most trade with the ottoman region. trying to take more control of ottoman lands.