The War of 1812 was one of the worst-fought wars in United States history because

a. the American military strategy was hopelessly flawed.
b. no talented military commanders emerged.
c. of inadequate financing of the war.
d. the navy lacked skill and discipline.
e. of the nation's apathy and national disunity.


e

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following statements makes the argument that Social Security promotes the national welfare?

A) “A much wiser plan is to forget personalities and concentrate our attention upon basic social and economic forces which are so largely responsible for the present federal program. . . .” B) “The avowed aim of the new deal is to enhance the well being of the masses, but matching this aim with the actual achievements of the Administration is not a very happy occupation.” C) “If we are to maintain a healthy economy and thriving production, we need to maintain the standard of living of the lower income groups in our population who constitute 90 per cent of our purchasing power.” D) “It necessitates as well among both Negros and whites a deeper realization of the community of their interests and of the necessity of cooperative action.”

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After its revival in the 1920s, the Ku Klux Klan wielded considerable power in which of the following states?

A) Massachusetts B) Illinois C) Indiana D) Michigan

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Which of the following groups of social outcasts did colonial families and communities take care of?

A) orphans B) the insane C) paupers D) All of the above.

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