American ambitions to build the Panama Canal at first were blocked by which circumstance?
a. Most imperialist leaders believed the canal would be too expensive to build.
b. Britain opposed American plans for building the canal.
c. Panama was a province of Colombia, and that nation's senate opposed a deal with the United States.
d. France opposed American plans for building a canal.
C
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a. gospels. b. Old Testament. c. Sermon on the Mount. d. Dead Sea scrolls. e. Analects of John the Baptist.
Which of the following emphasize the Muslim community over doctrine or exclusivity?
A. Sunnis B. Kharijites C. Persians D. Shi'a
Martin Van Buren's 1844 candidacy was opposed by the Democratic Party by advocates of
A. abolition. B. slavery. C. a stronger foreign policy. D. annexation.
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a. A desire to appease the gods b. A desire to be an active participant in political affairs c. A focus on self-interest d. A concern for the good of the community e. A desire to lead a socially active life