Over the course of the early nineteenth century, __________ became the nation’s principal export commodity.
a. cotton
b. wheat
c. rice
d. sugar
a. cotton
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Jefferson referred to his election as the "________ of 1800."
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The steamboat was first introduced ________ but had its greatest impact ________.
A. on the Hudson River; on western rivers B. with exaggerated claims as to its future importance; in literature rather than as an economic tool C. as a low-cost, democratic innovation; on the wealthy classes, who could continue to enjoy its amenities even after fares skyrocketed D. from Europe; when Americans invented improvements
The Portuguese established a base in China in 1557 at
a. Beijing. b. Yuan. c. Macao. d. Cambaluc. e. Dien Bien Phu.
Under President Putin’s administration, Russia has
a. Rebuilt its military b. Helped Al Qaeda c. Broken relations with the U.S. d. Created a system of state capitalism e. Cracked down on religious freedom