Which of the following actions did Congress take during the Civil War to stimulate and direct the nation’s economic development?
a) pass a homestead act
b) eliminate all tariffs
c) close national banks
d) pursue laissez-faire policies
a) pass a homestead act
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a. women b. New Englanders c. slaves d. southerners
Why has martyrdom become so important to Shi'a Muslims?
A. Ali, whom they believed to be the true caliph, was assassinated by other Muslims. B. A strong vision of the afterlife cannot come soon enough for some Shi'as. C. Throughout his long life, Ali taught the importance of sacrifice. D. They believe martyrdom is the only path to heaven.
How did advertising affect business in the 1920s?
A) It fueled spending. B) It encouraged mergers. C) It created easy credit. D) It harmed department stores.
Which of the following statements contradicts Roman law?
a. "No one is compelled to defend a cause against his will." b. "In inflicting punishment, the age...of the guilty party must be taken into account." c. "No one suffers a penalty for what he thinks." d. "Justice is a constant, unfailing disposition to give everyone his legal due." e. "The iniquities of the father shall pass on to his children to the third generation."