Which measures for implementing the Cold War proved to be most effective in promoting American security?
What will be an ideal response?
Students may interpret this question in any number of ways. The Marshall Plan enjoys a favorable reputation for using American economic strength to rebuild Western Europe and create strong allies. On the other hand, the Truman Doctrine did provide assistance to anti-Communist forces. The decision to expand military spending and build a hydrogen bomb, promoted by NSC #68, encouraged an arms race, which may not have promoted American security at all.
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The National Council of Women was first headed by
A) Frances Willard. B) Susan B. Anthony. C) Harriet Ward Beecher. D) Elizabeth Cady Stanton.
The writings of Edgar Allan Poe were
A. largely focused on southern society. B. critical of the loss of American individualism. C. mostly ignored during his lifetime. D. completely ignored in Europe after his death. E. primarily sad and macabre.
A sculpture where forms project more boldly from their background is called high relief
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
Why was it dangerous for Europeans to eat corn as a substitute for wheat without preparing it in the Native American way?
a) They could develop a vitamin deficiency disease called pellagra. b) They could end up with severe cavities in their teeth. Consider This: The Native Americans soaked corn in alkali water and added vegetables and beans to the meal. See 4.3: The Columbian Exchange. c) They would be malnourished since wheat has more calories than corn. Consider This: The Native Americans soaked corn in alkali water and added vegetables and beans to the meal. See 4.3: The Columbian Exchange. d) They would contract Type 2 diabetes since corn is so high in sugars. Consider This: The Native Americans soaked corn in alkali water and added vegetables and beans to the meal. See 4.3: The Columbian Exchange.