After the depression of the mid-1890s, a majority of Americans began to
a. feel that new measures were needed to promote social progress.
b. look to the ideals of the Socialist Party as the foundation of a new order.
c. stay away from the polls in national elections.
d. call for an end to the two major political parties.
ANS: a
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A. Damascus to Jerusalem B. Egypt to Pakistan C. Scandinavia to North Africa D. Spain to India
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A. ensure the submission of French Canadians and Spanish Floridians. B. encourage American acceptance of Grenville's new measures. C. enforce the Proclamation of 1763 by providing protection to colonials settling west of the Appalachians. D. monitor relations between Indians and colonials.
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