What is one of the defining characteristics of the modern era?

Gettysburg address question. lincoln uses the images of birth and rebirth in this address. why?

Why does c. wright mills identify critical thinking as one of the most important criteria for the development of intellectual craftsmanship? why is constantly being aware of the biased nature of your reactions and interactions (what c. wright mills calls self-reflexive) key to the development of that critical thinking? finally, why is keeping a file important, how can it lean to intellectual curiosity which can foster critical thinking and to develop a keen analytical mind?

How has the elimination of trade barriers affected the movement of goods among member countries of the european union? a. member countries are able to produce all the goods they need. b. goods can move freely among member countries. c. member countries no longer need to trade with countries outside the eu. d. larger countries are able to import more goods than smaller ones.