What resource brought about Portuguese interest to the northern Zambezi valley in the eighteenth century?
a. silver
b. ivory
c. gold
d. iron
c
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In the 25 years after the Civil War, railroads
A) were the most corrupt business organizations in the United States. B) spent most of their energies in building transcontinental lines. C) barely kept pace with industrial advances. D) were probably the most significant element in American economic development.
The initial reaction in the United States to revolution in France was supportive
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Developments in transportation usually occurred in the following order?:
a) railroads > flatboats > canals > turnpikes. b) turnpikes > canals > flatboats > steamboats. c) turnpikes > steamboats > canals > railroads. d) canals > turnpikes > railroads > steamboats.
How are political parties and interest groups similar?
a. They both nominate candidates for elected office. b. They both are concerned with a broad range of public policy issues. c. They both represent people who join together for a political purpose. d. They both are public organizations that are accountable to the people.