Think As Historian: THINK AS A HISTORIAN: EXPLAIN RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH COMPARISON

One way to explain relationships among historical developments is to use the reasoning skill of comparison. To practice this skill, complete the following activity.

Choose two of the proxy wars covered in this topic. Explain how they are related by looking at how and why they are similar and how and why they are different. Consider such factors as ethnic groups, natu- ral resources, the superpowers involved, and the outcome. Organize your ideas using a chart like the one below. Then write a few sen- tences explaining the relationship of the proxy wars you chose.