Which of the following statements, related to civility in the seventeenth century is not correct?
A) Dining utensils had been introduced into eating.
B) It opened up a gulf between the classes.
C) Violence did not decrease, although social manners did.
D) A napkin replaced the use of the sleeve and fingers.
E) To show class, nobles traveled by coach instead on horseback.
Ans: C
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A. The weapons industry relied on robotics. B. Workers in defense plants were given monetary bonuses when they exceeded production quotas. C. The assembly-line process of mass production was used in many defense-related industries. D. Military personnel were used to increase the work force and speed up production in defense-related industries.
During the 19th century, the concept of the "cult of true womanhood" meant that the true woman:
a. had virtues like good looks, good skills, and high intelligence b. was unflinchingly honest c. could manage the household, raise the kids, and be an exciting marital partner d. had virtues like sweetness, gentleness, modesty, purity, and could nurture children
The best summary or Thucydides' stance toward Athens and the Delian League is the
a. League was a trap set for Athens by its supposed allies. b. League benefitted all equally. c. Athenians were foolish, and the other members of the League were harsh. d. Athenians were harsh, and the other members of the League were foolish.
Who was the man elected as leader of the Committee of Public Safety in 1793?
a. Georges Danton b. Jacques-Louis David c. Jean-Paul Marat d. Maximilian Robespierre e. Napoleon Bonaparte