The weakness of the Qing dynasty in the nineteenth century allowed Europeans
a. generous concessions for trade and local taxation without government interference.
b. huge profits with almost no financial benefit to the Chinese government.
c. naval bases and railroad outlets in China.
d. imposition of Christian missionaries despite Chinese reluctance.
e. All of these.
e
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Which of the following best illustrates the conflict between normative laws and cultural diversity?
a. legitimacy of arranged marriages b. rights of divorcees c. custody of children d. the issue of appropriate dress for women and girls
Two areas where women in the nineteenth century were widely thought to be superior to men were
a. physical strength and mental vigor. b. moral sensibility and artistic refinement. c. political ability and organizational shrewdness. d. sexual appetite and physical desire. e. economic competitiveness and capacity for education.
In 2002, twelve member states of the European Union promoted economic growth and free trade by
a. signing NAFTA agreements. b. taking advantage of loans from the United Nations. c. bringing a law suit against the Tri-Lateral Commission. d. adopting a common currency, the euro. e. unifying all of Europe into one single country.
Why did factory workers dread unemployment? - It reduced the power of the unions to bargain for the workers. - Unemployment insurance was not available. - The unions would not support the workers.
What will be an ideal response?