Christopher Columbus __________
A) discovered the lands that would become Brazil
B) tried to reach Asia by sailing west from Europe
C) found the route around Africa to the Indian Ocean
D) voyaged all the way to India and brought back a cargo of spices
B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A mixed economy is ________
A. based on a mixture of light industry, heavy industry, and agriculture B. one in which economic decisions are made by the government, business, and labor C. a combination of government-controlled businesses and free enterprises D. one with no dominant industry
Iranian militants stormed the U.S. Embassy and took Americans hostage in response to:
A) CIA attempts to overthrow Khomeini. B) U.S. military support of anti-Khomeini forces. C) Carter's allowing the deposed Shah to enter the U.S. for medical treatment. D) U.S. oil company activities.
What future American revolutionary figure surrendered to French forces in 1754 at Fort Necessity in the Ohio Valley?
A. George Washington B. Benedict Arnold C. Patrick Henry D. James Madison E. John Adams