Considering the events of the Arab Spring, write 3–5 sentences outlining how the consequences of authoritarian governments were both similar and different in the countries of Libya and Tunisia. List two similarities and two differences.(4 points)
In both Libya and Tunisia, the consequences of authoritarian rule led to widespread social and political upheaval. The governments in both countries were ousted as a result of popular uprisings, highlighting the dissatisfaction and desire for change among the populations. However, the aftermath of the regime changes differed between the two countries. In Libya, the power vacuum left by the fall of Gaddafi's regime led to a prolonged civil war and ongoing instability, while Tunisia transitioned more smoothly to a democratic system with the adoption of a new constitution and successful elections.
