Reforms undertaken by Alexander II in Russia can be characterized as ________
A) devolution of power to the zemstvoes
B) a concession to the intelligentsia
C) having the appearance of liberal reform
D) too rapid
C
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The biggest obstacle to colonial manufacturing was that
A. Parliament forbade the manufacture of specific goods, such as hats. B. most colonists wanted to farm rather than manufacture goods. C. the skilled labor force necessary for manufacturing was simply lacking in the colonies. D. British economic policies encouraged colonists to focus on exporting more raw commodities.
As chief justice of the United States, John Marshall helped to ensure that
a. states' rights were protected. b. the programs of Alexander Hamilton were overturned. c. the political and economic systems were based on a strong central government. d. both the Supreme Court and the president could rule a law unconstitutional. e. Aaron Burr was convicted of treason.
According to Kivel, the following are the conditions when white people would be a committed and effective ally to end racism, EXCEPT
a. If only people of color would give white people a chance b. If only people of color were not so angry and sensitive c. If only people of color were impatient d. If only people of color did not expect the government to do everything for them
The American Party of the mid-1850s (the Know-Nothings) drew its primary support from those who feared:
A. Abolitionism B. Foreigners C. Possible civil war D. Uncontrolled industrialization