What were the "floating worlds" that were often used as settings in kabuki drama?
A) Japanese churches and other places of worship
B) Japanese Shinto shrines and religious shrines
C) Japanese brothels, shady teahouses, and gambling dens
D) Japanese miniature gardens and high-class theaters
E) Japanese goldfish ponds and other natural wonders
C
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Overseas exploration was stimulated in the fifteenth century by
a. the need for slaves to replace peasants killed by the plague. b. the desire of explorers to emulate the heroes of chivalry. c. fear of Ottoman invasion and desire for new lands. d. fear of expanding Chinese economic supremacy.
The first, briefer section of the Declaration of Independence dealt with ________, while the second section included ________.
A. American grievances; reasons for now becoming independent of the English B. the general right of revolution based on natural rights; the specific offenses of King George III by which England forfeited its right to rule Americans C. the announcement of American independence; the reasons why such a declaration must be made at this time D. the assertion that all men are created equal; the rights of life, liberty, and happiness as justifications for severing ties with England.
Solon took several steps to resolve the economic crisis in Athens. Which is NOT one of these?
A. He canceled land debts. B. He banned loans using humans as collateral. C. He freed people who had become slaves due to high debt. D. He redistributed land so that more was available to the poor. E. He created a pro-trade foreign policy program.
Which of the following is not true about the forty-hour workweek?
A) ?It created a two-day weekend. B) ?It lead to a boost in the number of bars, restaurant, dance halls, and nightclubs. C) ?Leisure became a major market. D) ?It had little impact on Americans' leisure activities. E) ?None of these are correct.