Regarding colonial life expectancy during the seventeenth century,
A. life expectancy in New England was exceptionally high.
B. backcountry settlers had a similar life expectancy to that of settlers in coastal areas.
C. life expectancy was highest in the southern colonies.
D. one in two white children in the Chesapeake died in infancy.
E. men had a shorter life expectancy than women.
A
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A) American Federation of Labor B) National Colored Labor Union C) Knights of Labor D) Confederation of Industrial Organizations
Examine Table 7-1. How are free black population figures over time related to restrictive immigration laws written by northern and western states?
A) Black populations increased dramatically over time in all states, indicating no correlation to the restrictive laws. B) Black populations grew modestly over time in most states, reflecting restrictions on immigration. C) Black populations disappeared, indicating the totalizing impact of restrictions on immigration. D) Black populations outgrew white populations, indicating that restrictive laws assisted black migration.
Why were African slaves preferred over Indian slaves in the English colonies?
A) African slaves were not as susceptible to European diseases. B) Indian slaves could more readily escape. C) Indian slaves were more prone to rebellion. D) African slaves could speak European languages.
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a. New York City - clothing b. St. Louis – flour milling c. Chicago – meat packing d. Pittsburgh – iron and steel