Which of the following was a consequence of the Soviet launch of Sputnik in 1957?
a. a diminishing of Cold War tensions
b. an increase in federal support for science education
c. reduced support for military spending
d. a surge in new road construction
b. an increase in federal support for science education
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Which of the following statements BEST describes Britain of the 19th century?
A) France surpassed Britain in the production of steel. B) Russia supplied Britain with coal. C) Britain produced more iron than the rest of the world combined. D) Due to mechanization, Britain suffered from high unemployment. E) Britain advocated free trade.
All of the following can describe 19th-century nationalism except
a. a belief that a shared language is an important basis for unity. b. an ideology that supports self-government for people of the same or similar cultures. c. the government takeover of industry in the name of the greater common good. d. the harmonious activity of ethnic groups, directed towards a common purpose.
Which philopshopher said, "I take no action and the people are reformed. I enjoy peace and the people become honest. I do nothing and people become rich. I have no desires and people return to the good and simple life"?
a) Confucius b) buddha c) christ d) Laozi
What encouraged President Taylor to secure the annexation of Texas?
A) the support of most Texans for joining the Union B) James K. Polk's victory in the 1844 election C) the postponement of the decision whether Texas would be a slave state D) Americans' overwhelming support for expansion despite their differences over slavery E) the growing population and economic importance of the South