The use of the term "gilded age" to describe the u.s. society during the later part of the 19th century suggests that, a this time, the nation was concerned with
A. Literacy and artistic advancement
B. Verses expansion
C. Social equality
D. Materialistic goals
Answer: D. Materialistic goals
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All of the following were elements of President Grant's Peace Policy EXCEPT
A) The first Native American Commissioner of Indian Affairs was appointed. B) Christian missionaries were selected to manage reservation affairs. C) Reservations were declared off limits to army troops. D) Army officers were in charge of implementing reservation policy.
In his edicts, Ashoka suggests that the primary role of the monarch is
a. to maintain a strong military presence. b. to administer justice. c. to teach the people righteousness. d. to ensure the security of the state.
"The Inventory of One of Charlemagne's Estates" helps provide great insight into what?
A) ?The collapse of the Roman Empire during the ninth century CE. B) The political strategy of elites during the ninth century CE. C) ?The use of military forces during the ninth century CE. D) ?The complexity of goods and services available during the ninth century CE. E) ?The increased power of the clergy during the ninth century CE.
Neo-Confucianism holds that one cannot sit passively and wait for enlightenment, as the Buddhists do, but must __________.
a. Attend an approved Neo-Confucian academy for further instruction. b. Serve in the army for a period of time in order to experience ‘real life.' c. Manage a piece of property according to Mencian principles and at a profit. d. Actively ‘seek truth through facts.'