Which of these best characterizes the Xia dynasty?
A) historical
B) mythical
C) the legendary basis of the Shang dynasty
D) semi-mythical
D
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a. intimidate black voters. b. force all southern whites to join the Democratic Party. c. end Republican rule in the South. d. return confiscated land to former owners. e. use economic coercion to control election outcomes.
When and where did Postmodernist thought originate?
A) Germany, 1950s B) Switzerland, 1960s C) United States, 1970s D) France, 1960s E) Italy, 1970s
Examine the picture of the Shang oracle bone on page 104. What was the idea behind the oracle bones? Was there more to this practice than simple superstition?
What will be an ideal response?
Unlike his counterparts like Isabella and Ferdinand, the Ottoman sultan:
a. Could prevent noble sons from inheriting lands from their fathers. b. Was forced to provide a detailed account of his expenditure to a parliament of nobles. c. Found a decentralized monarchy the most efficient—and safest—form of government. d. Found his finances were precarious, even though he squeezed colonial holdings for revenue.