What area us identify similarities and differences between cultures around the world? a.)humanites b.)natural sciences c.)social sciences d.)history

I believe the answer is: humanities

Humanities is an academic discipline that study various aspect that contribute to the development of culture and human society.

To understand these aspects, students of humanities would consider several factors such as economic condition, cultural inheritance, dominant religion, relationship with other society, etc.

abraham lincoln issued the preliminary emancipation proclamation on september 22nd, 1862. it stipulated that if the southern states did not cease their rebellion by january 1st, 1863, then proclamation would go into effect.