shalala.
i have finished venice! like finally.. i struggled through the last night study today. yknw its kinda hard to concentrate on things you have to memorise and understand when people are talking and laughing over the 'acceptable' range?? god, i was on the verge of shouting stfu then.. but wtevr.. i have finished! okok i know this is stupid and rating of boring-ness is 8/10. but im still gonna write it. duh.. my blog! haha
Rise of venice:
-exemplary political system
-fair electorial system
-checks on power
-practical policies
-capable leadership
-citizen's involvement
-strong navy.
4 economic factors
-adventurous spirit
-trade monopoly
-provisions of trade services
-diversifying into manufacturing.
2 social factors
-loyalty to venice
-attracting foreign talents.
Fall of venice
4 external factors
-war with ottoman empire
-rise of large states
-discovery of new sea route
-competition of new trade rivals
5 internal factors
-corruptions within government
-incompetent leaders
-complacency of veterian
-overdependence of mercenaries
-insensitive towards neighbouring countries.
TA DAH! i did it.. didnt think i could do it within a day. ok i still have diplomacy and deterrence to go. think i will do fine for s.s, hope you guys do well too! and this topic better come out for the prelims, if not i'll personally kick his butt! and the next few days are going to be one of my most torturous days ever, bcos of good old friend history.. time is really catching up on me.
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the fire inside still burning as brightly. but can it be seen?