The seventeenth-century economic theory which viewed colonies primarily as sources of raw materials is most accurately labeled
A) mercantilism.
B) protectionism.
C) free trade.
D) imperialism.
A
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a) impressive and intelligent. b) unprepared and awkward. c) blunt and arrogant. d) a tasteless joker. e) frightening and psychotic.
John Quincy Adams had trouble creating strong support for his government because
a. he alienated northerners trying to win support in the South, where he was distrusted. b. he opposed slavery. c. he refused to use political favors to win support. d. he believed that the government should keep tariffs low.
The task system permitted slaves free time when they completed the day’s assigned work
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which of the following statements about the nullification crisis of 1832 is FALSE?
A. Jackson eventually backed down from the controversy and gave in completely to South Carolina's demands. B. The issue under discussion was the tariff, but the right of secession was also debated. C. Andrew Jackson determined that the president had the right to use force to preserve the Union. D. The nullification theory, according to Calhoun, gave the South a legal device to justify secession.