Which of these men was imprisoned for publishing libelous statements about President John Adams?
A. Thomas Jefferson
B. Matthew Lyon
C. Daniel Shays
D. Patrick Henry
Answer: B
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A. was voted out by popular referendum B. refused to allow free worship for Catholics in France C. delegated too much authority to the Chamber of Deputies D. attempted to dissolve the legislature and restrict voting criteria E. was thwarted by the legislature in implementing a modern economy under central control
Which of the following groups was NOT involved in colonial protest against the British?
A) the Loyal Nine B) the Sons of Liberty C) royal governors D) "leather apron" gangs
The period from September 1939 to April 1940 was known as the "Phony War" because
A) the German invasion of Poland was accomplished with little resistance. B) Hitler was offering peace plans. C) there was little fighting after the German advance into Poland. D) the German army was unable to advance against resistance in Norway and Denmark.
The difference between decolonization in South Africa and in Kenya was that in South Africa Britain had already experienced ________
A) violent black African uprisings B) self-government C) violent resistance from white settlers D) racial violence