Who was Sir Francis Drake?
A) an English nationalist who led an expedition to colonize North America and locate the "Northwest Passage"
B) the courtier who sponsored the expedition that founded the "lost colony" of Roanoke
C) an explorer whose voyages laid the basis for English territorial claims in North America
D) an English freebooter who sailed around the world and raided Spanish ports
D
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Which of the following was an effect of the gradual shift to agriculture?
A) ?There was a shift in residential patterns. B) ?There was a creation of material culture. C) ?There was a change in the organization of work. D) ?All of these are correct. E) ?None of these are correct.
The most significant social hallmark of the middle class was the separation of home and work
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What kind of landmarks dominate China's northern and western frontiers?
A. fertile farmland B. mountain ranges C. steppe land D. mountains and deserts E. farmland and lakes
What historical problem is involved in Ashoka's claim that he spread Buddhism beyond the borders of northern India by supporting dharma?
a. There is no independent evidence of Buddhism spreading outside India during Ashoka's reign. b. Most documents of Ashoka's reign were destroyed after his death. c. The only mention of this phase in Ashoka's reign comes from later Buddhist sources. d. Any records showing that Ashoka had violated his vows to the Buddha would have been destroyed. e. Records of this phase of Ashoka's reign might have merely been used as propaganda to enhance his image.