When Mary Ann Archbald produced cloth to sell for cash, her primary objective was to
a. gain money for the purchase of luxury items.
b. accumulate wealth.
c. gain economic independence for herself.
d. pay off her family's land debt.
d
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Historical narratives that focus exclusively on the actions of adventurers, missionaries, and soldiers in the Americas are most likely to emphasize the theme of __________.
a) material progress b) creative adaptations c) cultural diversity d) racial equality
Which statement about black resistance to slavery is true?
A) There was little to no personal violence between blacks and whites because of the deterrent effects of harsh punishments. B) Most runaway slaves were field hands. C) Slaves with valuable skills were treated better and were less likely to run away. D) Organized slave rebellions were infrequent.
Confucian philosophy emphasized
a. religious morality to guide human behavior, but little interest in science. b. knowledge through scientific practice, but little interest in religion. c. knowledge through science, but also focused on religion. d. interest in human affairs, but little in science or religion.
Federalists advocated rule by
a. the majority. b. elites uninfluenced by the informed masses or "the best people." c. farmers. d. industrial workers. e. native-born citizens only.