How are the civil service system and the merit system connected?

In at least two paragraphs, discuss the differences between the principles of republicanism and democracy. explain whether you think the united states is more of a republic or a democracy. refer to at least one example from the constitution

Did cuneiform develop the language we use today

What happens after a star goes supernova? just wondering! [tex]supernova [/tex] answer asap i really wanna know!