A crisis is a time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger. In the context of AP European History, it often refers to significant political, economic, or social upheavals that have far-reaching impacts.
Conflict: This term refers to serious disagreements or arguments, typically protracted ones which can lead to crises if not resolved.
Revolution: A revolution is an instance of revolving or complete change in power or organizational structures that takes place in a relatively short period of time. It's like an escalated crisis leading to drastic changes.
War: War is a state of armed conflict between different countries or different groups within a country. It's like the worst-case scenario following unresolved crises.
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