Question

question 2
which ruler best illustrates tillys argument about state formation?
a ruler in a peaceful region with no external threats
a medieval king engaged in repeated wars with neighboring kingdoms
a merchant prince expanding trade routes across europe
a feudal lord focused on protecting religious legitimacy

Explanation:

Charles Tilly argued that war - making and state - making were closely related. States often emerged and developed as a result of rulers' efforts to wage war and extract resources for war. A medieval king engaged in repeated wars with neighboring kingdoms is most in line with Tilly's argument as such conflicts drive the centralization of power, resource extraction, and the development of state - like institutions.

Answer:

B. A medieval king engaged in repeated wars with neighboring kingdoms