Key Laws and Concepts of Francoist Spain

Key Francoist Spain Legislation and Concepts (Item 14)

The Franco Regime

The Franco regime, instituted after the Spanish Civil War, established a state characterized by extreme authoritarianism. Its most important features included:

  • Totalitarianism: Inspired by Italian and German fascism.
  • Abolition of the 1931 Constitution and all individual and collective guarantees.
  • Closure of Parliament.
  • Banning of all political parties and trade unions, except for a single official party (Falange Española Tradicionalista
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Capitalism, Industrialization, and Social Classes: An Analysis

Capitalism, Industrialization, and Social Classes

Thus, Malthus observed that population grew at a faster rate than food production. Also important was the work of David Ricardo, who believed in the necessity of free movement of agricultural products between countries. Stuart Mill defended individual initiative and foresaw the possible stagnation of the system, suggesting state intervention in education and taxation.

Capitalist Economic System

The cottage industry was replaced by mass production of

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Shakespearean Criticism: A Comprehensive Analysis

Unit 1: Critical Approaches to Shakespeare

1. Neoclassical Criticism (17th Century)

Key Critics: Ben Jonson, John Dryden, Thomas Rymer

Key Ideas:

  • Emphasis on Aristotelian rules (unities of time, action, and place)
  • Focus on decorum, order, and moral instruction in drama
  • Shakespeare criticized for mixing tragedy and comedy

Jonson:

  • Praised Shakespeare’s natural talent but noted his lack of classical discipline
  • His poem To the Memory of My Beloved, the Author Mr. William Shakespeare emphasized Shakespeare’s
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Cold War Dynamics: Bipolar Rivalry and Post-WWII Realities

Cold War Definition and Periodization (1945-1991)

The Cold War period (1945-1991) was not uniform. It was characterized by voluntary and/or bound polarization around the two superpowers that emerged from World War II: the USA and the USSR. These two powers, with their respective blocs, maintained a rivalry throughout the period, explicitly defining each other as enemies with mutually exclusive systems. This rivalry was based on the premise that capitalism and communism could not coexist in the medium

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Understanding Quality Systems: ISO 9000 Standards

Item 12: The Quality System

The quality system in the company. (Test)

A company ensures quality when it can always meet the agreed requirements of its customers.

The ISO 9001, 9002, and 9003 describe the contents of a quality system for a company to ensure the quality of their products. In Spain, it is called UNE-EN-ISO 9001, 9002, 9003.

Each of the three standards describes a model in the following areas:

  • UNE-EN-ISO 9001: activities of product design, production, installation, and after-sales service.
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PHP & MySQL: User Data Management

Connecting to the Database

$conexion = new mysqli("localhost", "root", "", "datos");

Form Handling (formulario.php)

<title>Save User</title>

Saving User Data (operacionguardar.php)

include("conexion.php");
$nombre = $_POST['nombre'];
$Dni = $_POST['Dni'];
$correo = $_POST['correo'];
$query = "INSERT INTO usuarios (nombre, Dni, correo) VALUES ('$nombre', '$Dni', '$correo')";
$resultado = $conexion->query($query);
if ($resultado) {
    header("location:tabla.php");
} else {
    echo "Insertion 
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Franco’s Spain: Foreign Policy, Opposition, and Economy

Foreign Policy

European Community

Spain applied for admission to the European Community in 1962, but it was rejected due to the antidemocratic nature of the Franco regime. Later, in 1970, Spain reached a commercial agreement that reduced import and export duties for trade with EC countries.

Gibraltar

Spain requested the United Nations for sovereignty over Gibraltar.

  • The UN Assembly’s judgement favored Spain.
  • The United Kingdom refused to relinquish control of Gibraltar.
  • Spain closed the border in 1969.
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Factors in Juvenile Sentencing and Imprisonment Effects

Current Status of Children in the Justice System

It had become apparent that there was a discriminatory practice at the time that required intervention in formal social control. We can say that this situation has been overcome. Children involved in the justice system, facing both standard and very unfavorable personal situations, often come from families with comfortable financial positions, although some families also struggle financially. The social environment from which they come is characterized

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Classical and Romantic Music: Genres, Beethoven’s 9th

Classicism

Classical instrumental genres (formal structures were important as the musician’s life depended on noble or ecclesiastical courts):

  • Sonata
  • Concerto (instrument accompanied by orchestra)
  • Symphony (Orchestra)
  • String Quartet

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9

Hearing

Work: Symphony No. 9

Author: Beethoven

Period: Pre-Romantic

Medium: Vocal-instrumental (symphony orchestra, mixed choir, and vocal quartet)

Form: Symphony

Features:

First movement: There are two constant themes: a dramatic one and a calm one, which

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Art, Painting, and Creative Expression

Work Ethic

I am a productive worker, consistently contributing a full eight hours each day without faltering. My dedication and efficiency make me a valuable asset.

Formal Letter Example

Dear Mr./Mrs. (Name),

I would like to schedule an appointment with you for next Tuesday. Would this be possible?

Sincerely,

Aurora

Artwork Commentary

This oil-on-canvas painting by (artist’s name) predominantly features (color). The cool color palette evokes feelings of loneliness and sadness. Reminiscent of a Japanese

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