Auguste Comte's works were influential because they __________.

A. helped convince learned Europeans that all knowledge must resemble scientific knowledge
B. were the first works to provide evidence that nature evolved independently of a supernatural force
C. challenged Darwin's theory of natural selection
D. provided scientific evidence disputing the biblical story of creation


Answer: A

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A) originated in the struggle of American colonists against imperial despotism. B) borrowed ideas from English political thought and Enlightenment theories. C) reflected common colonial interests and experiences. D) provided a coherent doctrine to which all colonists could subscribe.

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Eleanor Roosevelt was especially notable as an advocate for

a. women. b. the environment. c. African Americans. d. cities. e. impoverished and working-class Americans.

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Massasoit made sure his sons, Wamsutta and Metacom, __________

A) learned English ways B) remained faithful to tribal traditions C) converted to Christianity D) were raised far away from English settlers

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