Benjamin Franklin was often called the "first civilized American" for several reasons. What is NOT one of these reasons?
a. His prowess as a scientist, especially his experiments with electricity
b. The literary achievement of his autobiography
c. His role as founder of columbia university
d. His popular and influential Poor Richard´s Almanack
e. His inventions, including bifocals
c
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A) catastrophic but short-lived B) minimal in most areas C) significant, but primarily for the Americas D) both profound and catastrophic
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following are not among the plant and animal species that thrive in Southeast Asia?
a. Rice and soybeans b. Coconuts, bananas, and sugar cane c. Chickens and pigs d. Yams and cocoyams e. Wheat and water buffalo
The most prominent New York jazz style of the 1920s developed from
a. small band “stride.” b. big band music. c. classic blues. d. rural blues.