At the time of early contact with Europeans, Africa was a continent marked by
A) primitive social organizations.
B) sparse and undeveloped settlements.
C) diverse and elaborate cultures.
D) backward and ignorant peoples.
Answer: C
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a. believed that land should be used mainly for hunting and fishing b. thought that humans should live in balance with land and nature c. believed that land should be used communally d. viewed land as a source of wealth, to be bought, sold, and owned
Common European livestock and pack animals __________.
A. reproduced rapidly in the Americas B. were unable to thrive in the New World C. bred with similar American animals to create hybrids D. offered few significant advantages for Europeans in the New World
Which of the following best describes John Adams during his presidency?
a. He had an optimistic faith in the goodness and support of the American people. b. He helped pass legislation that strengthened constitutional protection of the freedoms of speech and press. c. He had an embattled mentality and feared he was surrounded by enemies. d. He was bored with dull public life and decided not to run for a second term. e. He united his political party and proved to be an effective leader.
The Dawes Plan was designed to ________
A) help ameliorate the German financial crisis B) limit the navies of world powers C) begin the mass-production of automobiles D) improve relations with Latin America