Discuss the three periods of colonial expansion.

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The first period includes the Iberian expansion that resulted in three centuries of colonial rule in Central and South America. The second wave of colonialism came from the chartered trading companies throughout the 17th and 18th centuries which brought parts of Asia under colonialism. The final period was the scramble for Africa in the 1880s.

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The members of the Cabinet are appointed by the president and approved by the Senate

Indicate whether this statement is true or false?

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Following World War I, U.S. president Woodrow Wilson advocated for the creation of which international organization?

a. The United Nations b. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization c. The League of Nations d. The World Trade Organization

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Watergate scandal triggered by illegal:

What will be an ideal response?

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