What was true about early Sumerian writing?
a. It evolved from pictures to signs and eventually to a phonetic system.
b. It was based on hieroglyphics.
c. It led to improvements in spoken language systems.
d. It borrowed from the Greek and Egyptian writing systems.
e. It was created largely to give praise to the gods.
a
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A) World War I B) 1878 C) 1683 D) 1750
What was the result of Napoleon's invasion of Russia?
A) The invasion was a success. B) The guerrilla warfare tactic was found to be a successful form of warfare. C) The remaining one-third of Napoleon's army endured a long retreat. D) The summer invasion resulted in a quick retreat. E) The Russians and French established a long-term alliance.
During Reconstruction, why was southern Democrats' dismissal of black politicians as ignorant field hands misguided?
a. While all had been slaves, some had been house servants. b. Many had been free artisans or tradesmen. c. The majority of politicians were free blacks from the North. d. Those elected to public office had served in the Union army.
Sita remains an emblem of
A) the cosmic demon. B) the ideal Hindu woman. C) a royal throne. D) an epic poem. E) the ideal ruler.