The global prominence of the UK grew as a consequence of the Industrial Revolution. The wealth generated by the rapid industrial growth allowed an enormous increase in population between 1750 and 1850
Throughout this time, industrialists and merchants
demanded a laissez-faire policy from the government. What did they expect from such a
policy?
A. to enjoy an increased subsidy in trade
B. to pursue economic activities without state intervention
C. to contest in elections
D. to enjoy tax benefits on personal properties
E. to implement protectionist measures like import tariffs and quotas
B
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a. still largely segregated. b. almost entirely desegregated. c. about half desegregated and half segregated. d. under almost complete federal control.
In the United States, the fiscal year runs from a. January 1 to December 31. b. April 15 to April 14
c. October 1 to September 30. d. May 15 to May 14.
Political parties in Iran
a. are banned. b. only became active during the Ahmadinejad regime. c. are more important than reformist and conservative coalitions and groups that form along ideological and policy lines. d. must be licensed by the Interior Ministry. e. were only allowed to exist after the constitution was revised after Khomeini's death.
Which of the following wars was officially declared by Congress?
a. The Korean War (1950). b. The Vietnam War (1965). c. World War II (1941). d. The Iraq War (2003).