Which of the following represents an external factor for civilization decline?(1 point)

Responses

the outbreak of disease
the outbreak of disease

a prolonged drought
a prolonged drought

a cataclysmic volcanic eruption
a cataclysmic volcanic eruption

foreign invasion

1 answer

All of the provided responses represent external factors that can contribute to the decline of a civilization. Here’s a breakdown:

  1. The outbreak of disease - This can significantly impact population levels and social structures.
  2. A prolonged drought - Drought can lead to food shortages, economic decline, and migration.
  3. A cataclysmic volcanic eruption - Such natural disasters can devastate the environment and disrupt societies.
  4. Foreign invasion - Invasions can lead to loss of territory, resources, and control over the civilization.

Since you are looking for an answer that specifically represents an external factor that can lead to civilization decline, any of these options are valid. If you need to choose only one, you could select foreign invasion as it directly involves external forces impacting the civilization.