Question

the former soviet union sometimes resorted to military force to maintain its over eastern europe.
1 proximity
2 metabolism
3 hegemony
4 topography

Explanation:

Proximity means nearness, metabolism is related to biological processes, topography is about the physical features of an area. Hegemony refers to dominance or leadership, which fits the context of the Soviet - Union maintaining control over Eastern Europe.

Answer:

1. hegemony