2. Using the excerpt above, answer parts A, B, and C. a) Briefly explain one specific cause for the historical situation discussed in the excerpt above.
b) Explain one specific piece of evidence from 1750-1900 that could be used to support Ashton's
claim.
c) Explain one piece of evidence to refute Ashton's interpretation.

a.tensions between the colonial elites and the backcountry men of virginia.

the correct answer option is: weapons.

explanation:

tensions rose as the two opposing superpowers competed for 'weapons'.

referring to the cold war (1945-1991), the two superpowers, usa and ussr, experienced a phase of struggle and conflict with each other. these two superpowers considered each other as a threat to their survival and thus opted for policies to strengthen their positions.

the two superpowers never went to war with each other directly but competed for weapons to preserve their positions.

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