Octavian became the undisputed ruler of Rome following the Battle of __________.
A. Actium
B. Thermopylae
C. Milvian Bridge
D. Carthage
Answer: A
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On the eve of conquest, European women played what economic role?
A) They provided factory labor. B) They organized fairs. C) They were traveling merchants. D) They produced goods for home and for sale.
The strike action taken by textile workers in Appalachia in 1929 resulted in
A) greatly improved working conditions. B) stronger unions. C) the crushing of the United Textile Workers. D) wage parity for women.
The Democratic nominee for President, Franklin Roosevelt, easily defeated President Hoover in 1932, in part because:
a. Hoover seemed to be a messenger of doom, while Roosevelt projected a new program and optimism b. Hoover made several campaign promises that he couldn't keep, and Roosevelt avoided making pledges c. Hoover, it was reported, had been involved in the scandals of the Harding presidency d. Hoover refused to make any more public appearances after he was accused of killing veterans
Why was Édith Piaf a superstar soon after her debut in the 1930s?
a) By the 1930s, newspapers, radio, and fan magazines could create a multimedia publicity machine for entertainers such as Piaf. b) She acquired a Hollywood agent who brought her to New York City after her first hit. Consider This: Piaf appeared in films and had recording contracts. See 14.6: Narrative: No Regrets. c) She was careful to enhance her popularity by doing numerous free concerts during the Depression-plagued 1930s. Consider This: Piaf appeared in films and had recording contracts. See 14.6: Narrative: No Regrets. d) She was famous mostly for her relationship with Maurice Chevalier, a superstar in his own right. Consider This: Piaf appeared in films and had recording contracts. See 14.6: Narrative: No Regrets.