Benjamin Franklin shocked French aristocratic diplomats but charmed ordinary Parisians with
a. his strong English accent.
b. his folk dancing talents.
c. his tireless advertising of his inventions.
d. his homespun clothing and simple fur cap.
e. his affairs with French mistresses.
d
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What was the effect of this photograph taken of 1988 Democratic candidate Michael Dukakis in his unsuccessful bid for the presidency?
A) He was ridiculed for riding around in a tank in a suit and tie and not looking presidential. B) He was perceived to be a strong commander in chief if elected president. C) He was portrayed as the nation's defender against communism and terrorism. D) He was depicted as a leader who would continue to increase military spending.
How was the election of 1800 a peaceful revolution?
A) The public marched in the streets, chanting and holding signs in support of their candidates. B) There was only one candidate for president, so he won without political battle. C) The House and the Senate disagreed about who should be president, so they created the electoral college-a revolutionary but peaceful solution. D) Although politicians passionately disagreed about who should be president, they voted and revoted rather than use violence. E) Washington had been a Federalist and, with only a few short battles, Jefferson, a Republican, became president.
The idea of a "popular front" was:
a. American troops fighting under a non-American commander. b. American high-level commanders working with European citizen soldiers. c. used by the Soviet Union in forming governments in Eastern Europe. d. used by Americans in forming governments in western North Africa.
While under Mexican rule ,why was California's government unstable and poorly funded?
a. Frequent Indian raids hurt the economy and caused military leaders to take control. b. California's voters refused to pay taxes and often recalled their leaders. c. The democratic government in Mexico failed to establish control over the military despots in California. d. The Mexican government was also unstable and allocated very little money to the governing of California.