Advances in technology led to a growth in exploration in fifteenth and sixteenth century because of a rising interesting and understanding of the world coupled with increased technological developments in ship building. New developments in ship building led to easier global trade and exploration. The exploration that occurred during this period also led to an increased knowledge of the world. The two forces coupled with economic development led to greater funding and attention for intellectual inquiries throughout the Renaissance period.
The modern period can be counted from around 1500 AD.
Most of the missionary work in this time, especially in the early years, was violent and directly connected to colonialism. For example, the missionaries in Mexico did not initially agree that the pagans had souls and were not protecting them from violence from the state. A lot of missionary work (in Mexico too) was state-sponsored and state-imposed, as the colonial powers saw it as increasing their status among other countries.
The Taj Mahal was built during the Mughal Empire in India.
Srry, but the answer is false. Decibel is measurement of the intensity of sound.
I'm pretty sure it is D. Hope that helps