The physical environment of the Mesopotamians generally led to
A) an optimistic outlook emphasizing the secular life.
B) a pessimistic outlook and loathing of religion.
C) a pessimistic outlook with an emphasis on satisfying their angry gods.
D) an optimistic outlook with a belief in providing for benevolent gods.
E) profound apathy and lack of any material accomplishments.
C
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1840s? A) extension of the vote to women B) extension of the vote C) extension of the vote to African American D) universal suffrage
Camel caravans crossed the Sahara
A) once each year. B) in six months. C) in several weeks. D) never. E) in two months.
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a) kept the federal government from initiating new programs to solve social problems b) proved successful in boosting the economy and helping people of all income levels c) could only work with a Democratic president d) significantly reduced the size of the federal government and the cost of defense spending
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A. Soviet Union: both a sharp military build-up and a new arms control treaty B. Middle East: successful retaliation against Libya and Lebanon for terrorist attacks C. Far East: public rhetoric critical of China's suppression of democratic reform D. Central America: an invasion of Panama to rescue American students and prevent a Marxist takeover