“49ers” went west in 1849 seeking what?
a. new slaves
b. farm land
c. a new canal
d. gold
e. petroleum
Ans: d
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a. easier access to foreign loans, especially with England and France b. a more developed system of railroads in the Upper South c. armed slaves d. superior military leaders such as Joseph E. Johnston and Robert E. Lee
France abandoned its attempt to control Mexico
a. because the French working class opposed the effort. b. when the British pressured them to leave. c. when it decided not to recognize the Confederacy. d. because the Mexicans declared independence. e. because the United States threatened to send the victorious Union army against the French in Mexico.
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What will be an ideal response?
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