Which of the following countries had a substantial period of continuous military dictatorship in the later third of the twentieth century that arguably was the most prominent event shaping its contemporary political culture?
a. Brazil
b. Germany
c. Mexico
d. Russia
e. Iran
Question 2
Which of the following best characterizes the likelihood of fundamentalism making serious gains in Hindu India?
a. As fundamentalism does not allow for differences among the faithful, it is unlikely to develop in an individualistic religion like Hinduism.
b. Traditional deference to religious authorities makes it easy for fundamentalism to develop, once the religious authorities embrace it.
c. The highly secular nature of modern India make it unlikely fundamentalism will emerge.
d. As Islamic fundamentalism grows in India, it is more likely that Hindu fundamentalism will grow.
e. Repression of fundamentalist groups by the Indian government makes it unlikely that Hindu fundamentalism will become a powerful force in the short term.
Continuous variation in a polygenic trait.
Flynn Effect IQ scores have risen across developed countries in recent decades. Source: Flynn (199
The developed countries must reduce the level of greenhouse gas emissions
Piecewise Derivative Example (Continuous or not)
An 1809 painting showing a wounded soldier as he lay dying of tetanus in a military hospital
Continuous Variation in Height (Females)