Which was an effect in the US of Sputnik 1? Question 1 options: a. decrease in funding for math and science education b. creation of a national space program (NASA) c. all of these d. a partnership with Brazil to manufacture spacecraft for the US Question 2 (1 point) Question 2 Saved Which statement best shows how the US response to the Korean War followed […]

Preemptive self-defense is a large component of the US’ security strategy. The US seeks to counter threats at the point of genesis rather than the point of commission. In the border context, the point of commission is the Port of Entry, which could be at the actual land/sea border or the functional equivalent of the border, such as an international airport located away from the […]

1)Discuss America’s transportation revolution that took place during the first half of the 1800s, including the development of roads, canals, railroads, and steamboats. How did they contribute to the “market revolution?” Elaborate.2)Explain how industrialization changed America’s urban areas during the early 1800s. Were these changes positive or negative? Show more

1)Why did the Mexican War of 1846 take place? Was the war necessary? Was it a good thing? What does this war tell us about this period of American history? Was it God’s plan that the U.S. extend from the Atlantic to the Pacific, or were imperialists looking for a way to defend what they planned to do ? Elaborate.2)Discuss America’s transportation revolution that took […]

1. What were the primary motivations for exploration and colonization in the New World? What were the conditions in Spain, Europe and the Middle East that precipitated exploration? Where other European nations in a position to compete with Spain? Who were they, and what were their capabilities? If another nation had initiated discovery, would things have been different, and why?2. Describe the Native American societies that met early explorers. Be sure to […]

The following question refers to the text Gus and Frieda: Geniuses at Recess. Read the paragraph and answer the question below it. The paragraphs have been labeled A, B, and C. The sentences in each paragraph have been numbered to help you identify them more easily. Gus and Frieda: Geniuses at Recess (A) (1) Gus and Frieda were not enjoying recess. (2) They considered themselves […]

How did the growth of Christianity and Islam differ during the postclassical era? A. While Christianity expanded in influence, the number of people who practiced Islam decreased. B. While followers of Christianity conquered nations to expand their numbers, Islam did not spread beyond a regional religion. C. While Christianity spread, Europe became politically weaker; however, the Islamic Empire entered a Golden Age. D. While Islam […]

Assume the role of someone that would argue in support of slavery (plantation owner, a slave trader, or a Southern politician) and support of the statement below.The following is a statement from the social theorist George Fitzhugh:In response to arguments against slavery, George Fitzhugh insisted that, “Domestic slavery in the Southern States has produced the same results in elevating the character of the master that […]

FOR each party, answer the following questions:1. CONSTITUTION PARTY2. COMMUNIST PARTY USA3. AMERICAN PARTYa) What is the main focus of this political party?b) What is this party’s stand on abortion?c) What is this party’s stand on taxation?d) What is this party’s stand on laws to protect the environment?e) What is this party’s stand on the minimum wage?f) What is this party’s stand on gay marriage?g) What is the […]

Which of the following BEST illustrates the process of the Grand Council of the Iroquois League? A. Rotiyanehrs are chosen by clan mothers; Rotiyanehrs sit on the Grand Council; the Grand Council hears proposed policies; if every member votes in favor, the policy passes or if everyone fails to vote in favor, the policy does NOT pass B. Rotiyanehrs are chosen by clan chiefs; Rotiyanehrs […]