In the Teapot Dome scandal, Interior Secretary Albert B. Fall
a. sold public offices for cash.
b. diverted funds intended for park maintenance into his personal bank account.
c. leased Navy oil reserves to private interests in return for personal “loans.”
d. used Park Service personnel to manage his private ranch.
e. all of these choices.
ANS: C
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a. had no effect on the evolution of species. b. caused what might be called an "unnatural selection" that interfered with the evolutionary process. c. had an effect only on the evolution of animals. d. had an effect only on the evolution of plants.
Which statement best describes culture and the arts in the colonies?
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What event turned Pakistan and India into bitter enemies in the 20th century?
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The Portuguese developed a "__" racket. selling passes and charging duties to Asian merchants
a. protection b. enforcement c. mafia d. tennis