How did British authorities respond to efforts by colonial legislatures to restrict or halt the importation of slaves?

a. They applauded and supported these efforts.
b. British leaders vetoed such efforts.
c. They allowed only South Carolina's legislation to stand.
d. They viewed such colonial actions as morally callous.
e. The British refused to intervene and did nothing.


b

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A) the far West. B) the largest cities. C) the rural Midwest. D) New York state.

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What major event in 1848 caused a huge rush of migrants from the East and abroad to California?

a. the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo b. the Mexican-American War c. the annexation of Texas d. the discovery of gold

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During the Spanish-American War, African Americans in the military ________

A) found segregation and discrimination similar to civilian life B) were treated as equals and given opportunities for advancement C) had little opportunity to distinguish themselves in battle D) were able to pressure the government for civil rights reforms E) were never allowed to assume command positions

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Woodrow Wilson's peace goals included all of the following except

a. punishment of Germany for starting the war. b. open covenants of peace instead of secret diplomacy. c. reduction of national armaments to create domestic safety. d. self-determination. e. a general association of nation to guarantee territorial integrity.

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