The Isma'ili branch of Shi'ism
a. were reported to use drugs to manipulate followers into undertaking suicidal assassination missions.
b. recognized their founder as the twelfth imam.
c. recognized the radical theocracy of the Nizari "assassins."
d. None of these answers are correct.
a
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A) a liberal approach. B) a conservative approach. C) support of capitalism as an economic plan. D) Rerum Novarum. E) support of socialism as a societal advance.
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A. all Americans B. women C. children D. the elderly
What effect did World War I have on the country's desires for colonialism and international expansion?
A. The war's death toll caused most Americans to lose interest in internationalism and instead, to begin a period of isolationism. B. The victory caused Americans to feel increased jingoistic pride which encouraged further colonialism. C. Americans were tired of affairs in Europe and formed only North American political and economic alliances. D. America turned to a diplomatic role, mediating world conflicts and serving as an arbiter in international strife.
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A) energetic leadership B) charismatic personality C) oratorical skills D) organizational abilities E) arrogant intellectualism