They became the site of many proxy wars as result of the soviet union and the united states pulling strings in the newly, easily manipulative governments. the soviet union probably chose Africa because of its natural resources and the governments were new meaning that they could make that country communist with little to no opposition. the united states obviously wouldn't have this so they stopped it by supporting the non-communists and the soviet union backed the pro-communists.
Appointing new judges who in principle have philosophies consistent with the president.
He tries to tell him about gunpowder, describing it as a great invention and offering it to the king as a gesture of friendship.
The (best) Answer is B.) Join a political party. I believe this is true because out of process of elimination it would be B or C. But joining a political party would have more to do with the government! :)
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