The islamic golden age is characterized by which of the following achievements?

a. the forced conversion of christians to islam
b. many important advances in science and medicine
c. islam’s spread throughout western europe
d. the end of strict enforcement of sharia law

the answer is b

the hollywood film industry of 1950 was threatened on several different fronts. television broadcasting was rapidly becoming the dominant entertainment medium in the united states. the paramount anti-trust consent decree requiring separate ownership for production companies and theater chains had gone into effect on 1 january 1950. large numbers of young men and women were marrying, having children, and moving to the suburbs, which affected the viability of downtown first-run movie theaters. foreign revenues were endangered by protectionist tactics including quota systems, high taxes, and blocked funds. finally, the morality and patriotism of hollywood films and filmmakers were under attack from government, religious, and citizens' groups.

explanation:

in the 1950s, country music came into its own before rock-n-roll took off in the 60s while jazz and classical music continued to innovate