At which strategic point did the French construct Fort Duquesne?
A. the mouth of the St. Lawrence River
B. the "Forks of the Ohio"
C. the headwaters of the Hudson River
D. where the Ohio River joined the Mississippi
Answer: B
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A) Czechoslovakia B) Belgium C) Albania D) Italy
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A) boxer B) bicycle racer C) equestrian D) baseball player
Which of the following groups dominated politics during Reconstruction?
A) black Republicans B) white Republicans C) white Democrats D) black Democrats
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able to controlthe government. d. Yes, because its size would make it practically impossible for the government to subjugate the people byarmed force.