Which of these is true of the cotton economy around 1860?
a. It had passed its peak.
b. It was in a steady decline.
c. It was still growing.
d. It was approaching its peak.
Answer: c. It was still growing.
You might also like to view...
During World War I, West-European governments
a. sought to strengthen free-market capitalism. b. nationalized transportation systems and industries. c. tried to avoid using women as workers in heavy industry, taking steps to protect their status within the home. d. made sure food supplies were plentiful. e. resisted imposing price, wage, and rent controls.
The new policies advanced by Deng
a. were largely counterproductive, as employment and food production went down in the 1980s. b. roughly doubled China's per capita income during the 1980s c. combined economic collectivization and retaining political power in Communist hands. d. re-enforced the economic policies of Mao Zedong. e. "followed the socialist path."
Taxes imposed on the British colonies in North America after the French and Indian War were intended to
a. reimburse Britain for the losses in sugar profits caused by American pirates.
b. provide funds for Britain to carry on the Seven Years' War in Europe.
c. repay Britain for the money spent on protecting the colonies from France.
d. use in exchange for colonials not serving in the British military.
e. invest in American ventures in the new West.
Which of the following would NOT be found in the Songhay army?
A. slave warriors B. a massive cavalry C. muskets D. armored bowmen