All of the following describe the functioning of the Interstate Commerce Commission EXCEPT

A) thousands of cases overwhelmed its tiny staff.
B) the ICC proved to be highly effective.
C) the ICC brought offenders into federal court for lengthy proceedings.
D) the ICC's authority was limited to commerce that crossed state lines.


Answer: B

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A) bicameral legislature with representation based on population in both legislative bodies B) unicameral legislature with representation based on population C) bicameral legislature with representation divided between population and equality of the states D) unicameral legislature with states represented equally

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Which of the following statements BEST describes eighteenth-century European cities?

A) They were remarkably cleaner than the medieval city. B) They were decreasing dramatically in population. C) They were still filthy and lacked proper sanitation. D) They were becoming more democratic in their government. E) They were becoming politically and legally independent of monarchial control.

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During the Shang Dynasty, who was most likely to become a slave?

a. Corrupt rulers b. Women c. The poor d. Criminals e. Africans

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Explain why the Catholic Church might condemn Galileo for his scientific practices and beliefs?

What will be an ideal response?

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