10. In Europe, the Crusades resulted in the strengthening of a society based on capitalism.
increased demand for Asian and Middle Eastern goods.
the weakening of the Catholic church in Southern Europe.
the death of millions in Europe because of American diseases.

Which statement best describes the relationship between the rule of law and democratic forms of government? o a. the rule of law ensures that leaders can only exercise the powers the people give them. b. the rule of law requires direct democracies to introduce representative government. o c. the rule of law allows elected officials to issue extremely harsh punishments for criminals. o d. the rule of law prevents democracies from growing too large to be efficiently governed.