The correct answer is <span>C. weren't allowed to vote and didn't do well politically.
Other possible answers are incorrect due to historical inaccuracies.</span>
Europeans competed for power either through acquisition of colonies or building up its industries. When their industries were strong, they would strengthen their armies as well. If that was not enough they would form alliances with other countries to protect their interest.
A strong military state in central Europe that emerged in the late 1600sUsed 14 Times. <span>New Protestant Power.</span>
Ouachita mountains would be correct!