Was the main motivation for the Europeans Diamonds
Quito is located along the equator
At the conclusion of the Spanish American War, the United States gained Cuba as its Protectorate, which eventually led to the Cuban War of Independence and the subsequent rise of the Philippine–American War
Well when scientists wish to learn something, they use the scientific method. The first step is to observe something/could be a problem. Then ask a question about it. Form a hypothesis, or a possible answer to that question. These are the first steps.
Further steps include setting up an experiment and results, etc, but I think you know the rest! Hope this helps!
The dynasty that restored unity to China after Shi Huangdi's government crumbled was the Zhou Dynasty