Which of these statements is most consistent with the concept of republicanism advanced by Thomas Paine?
a. The people of a nation are best served by a system of government that balances monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy
b. As individuals pursue their self-interest, they will improve not only themselves but the entire republic as well.
c. A republic should be governed by men who have risen to positions of power because of talent and ability.
d. The upper classes cannot speak for the ordinary people in society; therefore, the ordinary people should be allowed to participate in the political process.
d
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a. handicraft manufacturing b. the slave trade c. whaling d. agriculture
Christian, Jewish, and Zoroastrian minorities under Islamic rule
a. were forced to pay a head tax. b. had military obligations during a jihad. c. could not maintain their own legal systems. d. All of these answers are correct.
The French and Indian War was also called the _______________ War.
A. 7 Years B. 5 Years C. 4 Years D. 8 Years
How did the European concept of slavery differ from the African concept of slavery?
A) Slaves owned by Europeans were treated respectfully because they were valuable property. B) European slavery was permanent and hereditary. C) Africans worked their slaves harder than Europeans. D) Slaves belonging to Europeans could attain positions of privilege.