How did the price of cotton affect the economy in 1837?
A) As its price decreased, it greatly assisted the American consumer.
B) When its price skyrocketed, it offset some of the effects of the panic.
C) As its price increased, Southern planters were saved from financial ruin.
D) When its price plummeted, it hurt an already poor economy.
E) When its price rose, it triggered a banking crisis.
D
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Examine the controversy over monetary policy during the late nineteenth century. What stand was taken by the Republicans, by the Democrats, and by the Populists on this issue? Why? Identify the major pieces of legislation of the period related to this issue, and explain the consequences of each.
What will be an ideal response?
What was NOT part of Truman's postwar domestic agenda?
a. A right-to-work law b. A national health care system c. The continuation of the Fair Employment Practices Commission. d. Expanding Social Security
The First Crusade was an effort to reclaim the Holy Land for the Christians. What else did the crusaders attempt to accomplish?
A) The total submission of Turks under Western control B) The Western crusaders attempted to regain control of the Byzantine Empire and colonize the East. C) The establishment of monasteries in Asia Minor D) The conversion of Muslims to Christianity E) The crusaders had no other aims
Describe the main features of American education during the early nineteenth century.
What will be an ideal response?