National elections between 1856 and 1912 were characterized by
A) close elections mostly won by the Democrats.
B) close elections mostly won by the Republicans.
C) contests easily won by the Democrats.
D) close elections with an even balance of power.
D
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Which of the following was true of urban life in Latin America during the 1930s and 1940s?
A) The social democratic parties similar to those in Germany came to power but did not last long. B) The industrial working class grew rapidly and played a role in national affairs including universal suffrage. C) The absentee landlords began to sell off their property, fearing nationalization by governments in need of capital. D) The immigration from Europe decreased, making it somewhat easier for urban dwellers to find jobs. E) The women began to agitate for voting rights, which they did not receive until the 1960s in most places.
All of the following made Maryland an especially inviting colony for certain English settlers EXCEPT
A) Maryland was a religious haven for English Catholics. B) the headright system of land distribution. C) Maryland was established as a royal colony. D) Maryland formalized laws that slaves inherited their status from their mother and that slavery was for life for those born into it.
The “Crusade of the Three Kings” was led by:
a. Bernard I of Clairvaux, King Louis IX of France, and Gustav VI of Norway. b. Frederick I of Germany, Philip II of France, and Richard I of England. c. Holy Roman Emperor William I, Louis V of France, and George II of England. d. Philip II of France, George II of England, and Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II.
All of the following statements are true about coffeehouses EXCEPT ________
A. no alcohol was served B. coffeehouses became social contexts for discussions of serious issues C. proprietors furnished copies of current newspapers and journals D. women were frequent participants in ideological discussions and lectures E. some coffeehouses sponsored lectures on current topics such as Newtonian physics