One result of the harsh treatment of loyalists during and following the Revolution was that
A. most of the urban merchant class was lost.
B. revolutionary governments demonstrated their commitment to justice even for those who disagreed.
C. the British army shrank in numbers.
D. new opportunities were created for enterprising Americans to move up the ladder of wealth and influence.
D. new opportunities were created for enterprising Americans to move up the ladder of wealth and influence.
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What might explain the popularity of Horatio Alger's novels aimed at young readers?
A. Literacy was promoted as the best means to achieve corporate success. B. His stories of riches were dreams of escapism for poor children. C. Alger's pieces on child labor in industry led to federal reforms. D. The era's imperialism and wars made stories of other countries very popular.
As the war continued, some Americans
a) became more fearful that other tribes might joinn the uprising. b) began to actively support the Indians in their endeavor. c) began cheering Nez Perce resistance. d) began criticizing the army for not stopping the Nez Perce more quickly. e) had no knowledge of the war until it was over.
What role did Tom Paine play in the American Revolution?
a. He wrote pamphlets that inspired colonists to rise up against the British. b. He fired the first shot against the Patriots. c. He was defeated by Washington for the American presidency. d. He wrote newspaper articles against Patriots. e. He led the Boston Tea Party.
Compare Thomas Jefferson's views on African Americans with his views on Native Americans
What will be an ideal response?