Which of the following did American colonists draw from to justify their struggle for independence from British rule?
A) Hindu religious ideals
B) French Revolution
C) English common law
D) Confucian philosophy
C
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a. was the greatest naval power in the world b. had almost no navy c. had colonies around the world d. conducted little in the way of international trade
The symbol of the "lost generation" and the author of The Great Gatsby was
A) Ezra Pound. B) Carl Sandburg. C) F. Scott Fitzgerald. D) Ernest Hemingway.
The American understanding of the word "constitution" emphasized the
A) totality of laws, customs, and institutions developed over time. B) specific written document spelling out and limiting the powers of government. C) constitutionality of all laws passed by legislative bodies. D) guarantee of certain fundamental liberties, such as the right of all adults to vote.
Which of the following stood in the way of French plans to expand their control of the beaver trade?
A) the Iroquois B) the Sioux C) the Huron D) the Algonquin