Examine the concept of the "Son of Heaven." What were the foundations of this belief? Compare this idea to other political systems seen so far in the class.
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As one of only four survivors of Pánfilo de Narvaez’s ill-fated expedition to Florida, the African explorer Estevan proved especially helpful because of his
a. military prowess. b. linguistic skills. c. self-sacrificing humility. d. physical strength.
What caused the economic boom in Southeast Asia in the 1960s and 1970s?
a. increased collaboration between governments and huge corporations b. developed market for building components for European manufactures and assembling of complex products from parts imported from all over the world c. American military involvement in Vietnam creating a huge demand for supplies, leisure facilities for troops, and all the infrastructure demanded by wartime. d. economic policies focused on selective industrialization
In spite of his brutality, Shi Huangdi was responsible for all of the following except
a. building canals and bridges b. standardizing wheel axle length to aid transportation c. standardizing weights and measures d. building the largest library of Confucian texts e. beginning the Great Wall
Which statement best describes white American attitudes toward Indians by the 1880s?
a. The only good Indian is a dead Indian. b. The best thing we can do is to put them on reservations and leave them alone. c. It is our duty to help Indians leave their inferior culture and become a part of white society. d. Although Indian cultures are different from white cultures, they are not inferior and should be treated with respect.