The fundamental cause of the South's lack of railroad construction was the
A) competition from already-existing canals.
B) attitude of its leaders who were not interested in investing in commerce or industry.
C) heavy concentration of the southern population in coastal cities.
D) irrational caution of its leaders after their initial heavy investments in commerce and industry lost millions of dollars.
B
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The division of England into shires, each with a shire-reeve (sheriff),
A) began as a system of collecting taxes and raising soldiers. B) was an innovation introduced by William the Conqueror. C) copied the French system used in Aquitaine. D) ensured that the common people would have a voice in government. E) replaced an earlier system of dioceses and bishops.
Which of the following terms refers to journalism that shows little dependence on facts or research and instead uses sensationalized headlines and storylines to sell newspapers or magazines?
A) Yellow journalism B) Analytic journalism C) Enterprise journalism D) Gonzo journalism E) Comedic journalism
Although the Ganges is the most holy river for Hindus, the religion may have its roots in which river valley?
a) Godavari b) Krishna c) Indus d) Narmada e) Brahamputra
How was John Adams's presidency made much more difficult?
a. He lacked experience with government. b. Alexander Hamilton interfered and opposed him constantly. c. Jefferson refused to cooperate with a Federalist president. d. America continued to have problems with the British on the seas. e. Adams could not communicate well with Jefferson.