WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Social media allowed protestors to communicate with one another and see who was supportive and planning to take part in the rebellion. The ability to communicate immediately among fellow protestors using social media played a pivotal role in the rapid success of the Arab Spring uprisings.

Detailed explanation-2: -Egypt’s geography and population size have led to their dependence on international wheat imports. China’s domestic efforts to alleviate the drought had serious repercussions in Egypt, where food riots spurred further civil unrest. These food riots weakened government legitimacy and destabilized the country.

Detailed explanation-3: -The level of Internet censorship in the Arab Spring was escalated. Lack of Internet freedom was a tactic employed by authorities to quell protests. Rulers and governments across the Arab world utilized the law, technology, and violence to control what was being posted on and disseminated through the Internet.

Detailed explanation-4: -Which event sparked the protest movement known as the Arab Spring? In December 2010, Mohamed Bouazizi set himself on fire to protest the confiscation of his produce stand by local police. He died from his injuries in January 2011.