The French ambassador whose provocative actions prompted Washington to issue a proclamation of neutrality was __________.
A. Arthur St. Clair
B. Edmond Genêt
C. Pierre L'Enfant
D. Jean de Crevecoeur
Answer: B
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The U.S.birthrate reached its twentieth century highpoint in ____________________
A) ?1949. B) ?1952. C) ?1957. D) ?1959. E) ?1961.
After the nations of Latin America gained their independence in the nineteenth century, their economies became dominated by the
a. Dutch. b. Americans. c. British. d. Spanish. e. French.
The tribute system imposed by the Mongols on their Russian conquests benefited
a. the peasantry because the tribute and taxes were low. b. some Russian princes who served as tribute collectors. c. the Russian Orthodox Church, which was tolerated by the Mongols and received tax exemptions. d. both b and c.
Which of the following statements best characterizes the first years of Jamestown's existence?
A. A majority of its colonists enjoyed significant economic success. B. The settlement was often assaulted by Spanish invaders. C. The settlement was notable for its toleration of political freedom. D. The settlement survived despite an enormous loss of life. E. The settlement was notable for its peaceful relations with local Indians.