Question

sides build... los lados construyen... (militarism) (militarismo) even though individual countries looked to create their own individual \culture centers\ - that didnt mean they were completely successful or have enough territory to do so. many times, to protect personal interests and to add to protection against others - alliances were made with similar cultures, descendants, and/or religions. aunque los países individuales buscaban crear sus propios \centros culturales\ individuales, eso no significaba que fueran completamente exitosos o que tuvieran suficiente territorio para hacerlo. muchas veces, para proteger los intereses personales y para aumentar la protección contra los demás, se hicieron alianzas con culturas, descendientes y/o religiones similares. 7. what is an alliance? 7. ¿qué es una alianza? 8. why would it make sense to make an alliance with a country that is similar to your own heritage? why would it be a poor decision? 8. ¿por qué tendría sentido hacer una alianza con un país que es similar a su propia herencia? ¿por qué sería una mala decisión? 9. many of these alliances also meant that one side had a larger economy, more people, and a bigger military than the other - almost a \big brother\ defending the \little brother\ feeling - is this good or bad? explain. 9. muchas de estas alianzas también significaron que un lado tenía una economía más grande, más gente y un ejército más grande que el otro - casi un \hermano mayor\ defendiendo el sentimiento de \hermano pequeño\ - ¿es esto bueno o malo? explicar.

Explanation:

1. An alliance is an agreement or union between countries, groups etc. for mutual benefit, often for protection against others as described in the text where countries made alliances with similar - cultures, descendants, and/or religions to protect personal interests and add to protection.
2. It makes sense to make an alliance with a country of similar heritage because there may be common values, cultural understanding which can lead to easier cooperation and mutual support. It could be a poor decision if the similar - heritage country has different long - term goals or if it drags one into unnecessary conflicts.
3. Whether it's good or bad for one side of an alliance to be like a "big brother" depends on the nature of the relationship. It can be good as the "big brother" can offer protection, economic support and resources to the "little brother". However, it can be bad if the "big brother" starts to dominate the "little brother", making decisions that are not in the latter's best interest, or if the "little brother" becomes overly dependent and unable to develop independently.

Answer:

1. An alliance is an agreement or union for mutual benefit, often for protection.
2. It makes sense due to common values and cooperation, but can be bad if goals differ or conflicts arise.
3. It can be good for protection and support, but bad if there is domination or over - dependence.