Byzantine learning and scholarship was focused on which of the following in the late twelfth century?
a. religious and sacred texts
b. classical research
c. military and empire development
d. science and technology
b
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Washington's Farewell Address
A. called on Americans to assume responsibility for active world leadership. B. warned against the dangers of a powerful military. C. warned against the dangers of political parties. D. supported the political ideology of Jefferson and Madison.
The goals of the Self-Strengthening Movement included
a. all of the answers are correct. b. Chinese acquisition of modern technology. c. the need for scientific knowledge. d. modern navy and military technology. e. adherence to Confucian ethics.
What caused the population of Sumer to increase dramatically between 3100 and 2900 B.C.?
A) The inhabitants of Sumer began to conquer neighboring territories, thus expanding their territory and by consequence their population. B) Due to the stable supply of food and trade goods, infant mortality rates decreased and population increased to approximately 40,000. C) As drought began to spread, Sumer was the least affected, and therefore the epicenter of migration for drought stricken families. D) Immigrants were arriving in Sumer due to the wealth of the people and the fertile lands. They stayed and settled, founding new villages and towns, increasing the population tenfold. E) There was a large influx of peoples into Sumer due to warfare in drought struck regions.
What demand did the British make at the peace negotiations in Ghent?
A) that an Indian territory be created in the upper Great Lakes region B) that the United States pay a large war indemnity C) that the United States cede parts of Georgia D) that the United States declare war on France