Why do civilizations experience a golden age? What kinds of achievements have emerged during golden ages throughout history?

c. more people could read and interpret the bible for themselves

pakastainians   indians and iran

can someone me with this question:  

1) the end of the conflict between the north and the south didn’t just mark the end of a war; it marked the end of an entire way of life.” which statement best describes what this statement means?  

a) the southerners were no longer free and were controlled by the northern states.

b) the industrial economy in the north was not sustainable.

c) slavery became illegal, which changed completely the south’s labor force and the agricultural economy was destroyed.

d) the states decided to relinquish their independence and return to britain’s rule.    

to pledge our loyalty to our country and to also honor the people who fought and is fighting for our freedom. hope this : )