What were the causes of World War 1, how do you rank them (least important to most important), and why?

Iwill be giving 15 points to whoever answers the concept of checks and balances means that each branch of governmenta. has its own powers and responsibilitiesb. is clearly described in articles of the constitutionc. has the ability to correct the other branches in case of an errord. is set up so that in case of constitutional crisis, the governement will continue to operate

Which statement describes the influence of elizabeth i on england? a. her great inherited wealth made requesting funds from parliament rarely necessary, which minimized conflicts. b. her skillful use of personal advisers to communicate her wishes to parliament promoted stability. c. her clever secret diplomacy and many successful wars made her popular with the english people. d. her continuing support of english explorers in the americas brought in vast supplies of silver and gold.

What was new about the writing system developed by the phoenicians, and why was this important to the growth of knowledge and spread of ideas?