What caused the New York Riot of July 1863?
A) a combination of racial prejudice and class conflict
B) a combination of fervent abolitionism and religious zeal
C) a strong anti-immigrant sentiment
D) economic desperation
E) southern agitators who were trying to stir up trouble
Answer: A
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Why did some business leaders advocate for regulation and reform?
A. Regulations were implemented in exchange for generous tax breaks and incentives. B. Business leaders were against the power of corrupt local politicians. C. Accepting minor reforms prevented the Progressives from demanding major reforms. D. Business leaders saw greater profits as a result of financial wealth distribution.
Which of the following best explains the fact that ancient Egypt left no written law codes?
A) The pharaoh was a god on earth and thus the source of all law and justice. B) Egyptian society was so unsophisticated that laws were not needed. C) Ancient Egyptians had no means of writing down their laws. D) Egyptians were expected to care for themselves without government oversight. E) Families—not the pharaoh or abstract laws—held final power.
What was the most effective form of protest used by the colonists?
A) colonial assemblies sending petitions to the crown B) boycotts of British goods C) public demonstrations D) threats of violence against crown officials
Which of the following acts offered 160 acres of land to anyone who would pay a $10 registration fee and pledge to live on the land and cultivate it for five years?
a) Homestead Act of 1862 b) National Reclamation Act c) Newlands Act d) Dawes Severalty Act