It was noted as early as the 1750s that the gap in population between England and her colonies was closing rapidly
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Answer: TRUE
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Because of the large volume of trade moving through Antwerp, what industry developed to support this?
A. Banking B. Money-lending C. Bookkeeping D. Insurance E. The stock market
All of the following are consistent with President Jackson?s policy toward the Indians EXCEPT
A) the ?Trail of Tears.? B) compliance with 18th-century treaties. C) an official policy of Indian removal to west of the Mississippi River. D) the belief that Indians were incapable of civilization. E) a priority granted to private ownership of farm land for the Americans.
Which is the best summary of the doctrine of coverture?
A) A woman is unable to seek divorce from a failed marriage. B) A woman retains no rights beyond control of her property after she marries. C) A woman is legally dead once she has married. D) A woman loses her rights to visit her children in the event of a separation from her husband. E) A woman does not have the right to vote.
The English colonies in North America were united by all but which of the following?
a. a uniform language based on the London English dialect b. traditional English inheritance laws c. an uncomplicated legal system with few professional lawyers d. military concepts based on volunteer militia and the use of terror tactics e. widespread ownership of land