These categories became rigid identities that united certain groups of people and separated them from others.

Between the 15th and 17th centuries, many societies created and reinforced national, state, religious, and cultural identities among their constituents. These categories became rigid identities that united certain groups of people and separated them from others. Do you agree?
Using materials from class lectures and assigned readings, write an essay answering this prompt with reference to at least THREE different societies, countries, or cultures.
I will attach the slides ans gudies and citation rules for you to review. THE 3 MAIN socities are the Ottoman empire, Ming/Qing dynaty and the Protestants/christians