The ____ placed a tax on colonial newspapers and other printed materials.
a. Treaty of Paris
b. Proclamation of 1763
c. Olive Branch Petition
d. Stamp Act
Answer: d. Stamp Act
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Paralleling the growth of the southern economy and its dependence on the slave labor system, the number of slaves in the United States rapidly increased from 1.5 million in 1820 to ________ million in 1860
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
What major economic changes resulted from the Neolithic Revolution, 10,000-4,000 BCE? What social, economic, and lifestyle changes did it bring? Which individuals and groups in these societies were most affected by the major economic changes wrought by the Neolithic Revolution?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of these is illustrated by the presidency of John Quincy Adams?
a. Failure to win on either popular or electoral college votes can weaken a president. b. Political bargains may be expedient, but ultimately can weaken a president. c. Failure to run on a clear platform can fatally weaken a president. d. Winning a majority of both popular and electoral votes can greatly strengthen a president.
The rule of law was a Roman concept that stated ______________.
A. slaves could not own property without decree B. patricians and plebeians had the right to be Senators C. the Twelve Tables could be suspended in time of war D. that written legal decrees had more power than even the highest government official E. that the Senate could employ the army to crush rebellion when necessary