The first annual holiday in the United States specifically for black people was in commemoration of the
a. end of the Atlantic slave trade.
b. emancipation of slaves in the British Caribbean.
c. Stono Rebellion.
d. abolition of slavery in Massachusetts.
a. end of the Atlantic slave trade.
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Before 1624, when it became royal, the Virginia colony at Jamestown succeeded for all except which of these reasons:
a. it established a successful export crop, tobacco b. the parent London Company followed wise policies, including land for settlers c. after 1618 it paid the passage for women from England to become the wives of colonists d. the settlers maintained good relationships with Native Americans
Which of the following was one area in which male and female children were equal?
A) consent in marriage: It was required by both parties. B) divorce: In fact, it was easier for women to obtain a divorce. C) legally: Men and women were considered equal. D) education: Both girls and boys were educated. E) They were never considered equal in any aspect.
What best describes the French economy of the eighteenth century?
a. The economy grew, but also experienced periodic crises. b. The economy was stagnant due to foreign competition in industry and trade. c. The economy declined rapidly due to overuse of arable land. d. The economy was based largely on the silk industry. e. The economy was entirely based upon agricultural production.
This act brought an end to the employment of children under nine years of age in Great Britain
a. the Child Exploitation act of 1830. b. the Factory Act of 1833 c. Brighton's Fair Labour policy. d. the Uniform Working Hours Act. e. the Compassion Act of 1837.