The term "Machiavellian" has become synonymous with __________.
A. tools made by machinists
B. ruthless political expediency
C. welfare policies
D. slow decision-making
Answer: B
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a. the designation of a church official to crown the next ruler. b. the negotiation among all the potential candidates for collective rule. c. the designation of a castle or town as the focal point for rule. d. the treaty agreeing to specific titles in specific areas. e. none of these; nothing slowed down warfare in that period.
The term city-state refers to all of the following except
a. a small independent state. b. an urban center surrounded by agricultural hinterlands . c. an association of mutually dependent cities. d. self-governing urban centers.
The general attitude toward the prospect of a Europe-wide war among the people of Europe in the summer of 1914 was one of
a. fear of the prospect of going to war. b. naively romantic enthusiasm for the adventure of war. c. lack of enthusiasm for the confrontation ahead. d. indifference to developments in international affairs as spring faded into summer. e. ignorance, because no one knew what the diplomats were doing behind closed doors.
The United States became the leading industrial nation in terms of raw materials produced, new ______________, the number of factories, etc..
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).