What was President Zachary Taylor's top priority as president?
a. ensuring the recapture of runaway slaves
b. enlarging the state of Texas
c. expanding slavery
d. preserving the Union
Ans: d. preserving the Union
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The influence of mercantilism on the British economy is illustrated by the fact that, between 1700 and 1750, __________
A) England's share of world wealth fell steadily B) the value of colonial trade grew substantially C) slavery gradually declined in the colonies D) Spain rapidly outstripped England as an economic power
Some Africans became especially valuable as slaves in the Carolinas because they
a. had experience working in dry, desert-like areas. b. were experienced in rice cultivation. c. were knowledgeable regarding cotton production. d. exhibited skill as soldiers. e. were skilled fishermen.
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 prohibited governments in new Western states from allowing slavery
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The emperor was almost always a __________
A) warrior B) female C) judge D) priest