Which european nation was the first to control trade in the indian ocean and in asia?

The princes of europe believed that they were no longer obligated to remain under the authority of the church. the idea of another christian church, one outside of the pope's authority, had financial appeal as well. many european leaders began to seize church property and place it under the authority of the state. based on the text, why did another christian church appeal to european princes? it would allow them to make religious decisions. it would give them authority over people. it would allow them to expand their lands. it would allow them to influence the pope.

Which statements describe how reformers fought for social change in the progressive era? check all that apply. 1. they founded a state university to promote industrialization. 2. they began a civil rights movement to promote equality between races. 3. they made it legal to manufacture and sell alcohol. 4. they built thousands of new schools and required attendance. 5. they promoted abstinence from alcohol and supported prohibition.

This passage best represents which of these theories in the declaration of independence?