Slaves had a few legal rights, but they were not well enforced.
a. true
b. false
Ans: a. true
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Why was the "civilization" of Native Americans tragic?
a. Some Native Americans refused to become civilized, so they were tragically murdered by white Americans. b. Many Native Americans tried to use civilized means like protests and boycotts to influence the U.S. government for their rights, but tragically failed. c. Few Native Americans wanted to become "civilized" because it meant tragically giving up their culture in exchange for land and citizenship. d. Most Native Americans were tragically unable to demonstrate aspects of civilization: literature, art, or organized society. e. Some Native Americans sacrificed their culture to try to assimilate into white society, and still they were not accepted or granted rights.
The Peloponnesian War would best be described as
A) a series of truces broken by renewed war. B) a short, decisive Spartan victory. C) proof that democracy always wins out over militarism. D) a long war, with a decisive Spartan victory. E) a long war resulting in clearly defined alliances.
The Lawrence Textile Mill Strike ended with
A) the workers abandoning the strike. B) suppression of the strike by the National Guard. C) the townspeople turning on the strikers. D) the workers' victory.
What was the purpose of the medieval guild system?
A) The guilds allowed urban workers to attain noble status. B) It restricted competition for urban workers. C) It was more important in the countryside. D) It was the most important institution for serfs. E) The guild insured a fief was controlled by a vassal.