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During the early Medieval period in Europe, before the 5th century, where were the main centers
of literacy found?
a. they were in the homes of the wealthy.
b. they were in the churches and monasteries.
c. they were in the local artisan and craft guilds. they were in the churches and
monasteries.
How must inferior courts interpret the law?
a. According to the Supreme Court's interpretation
b. According to the Constitution
c. However they choose
d. According to the political climate According to the Supreme Court's interpretation
Which entity in American government is the closest to true democracy?
a. the electoral college
b. the house of representatives
c. committees within the Senate
d. the Supreme court The House of Representatives
,Power divided between local and central branches of government is a definition of what term?
Federalism
Virginian __________ advocated a stronger central government and was influential at the
Constitutional Convention.
a. James Madison
b. Benjamin Franklin
c. Geroge Mason James Madison
Which of the following will result if two nations use the theory of comparative advantage when
making decisions of which good to produce and trade? Each nation will specialize in the
production of different specific goods
The presidential veto of legislation passed by congress illustrates which principal in American
Government? checks and balances
A filibuster is used to delay a bill. Where can a filibuster take place? The Senate
To be president of the United States, what three requirements must one meet? the
president must be a natural citizen, be atleast 35 years old, and have lived in the US for 14 years.
Which of the following is most likely to benefit from inflation? A person who has taken
out a fixed-rate loan
, After the civil war, urban populations increased. This growth was likely due to: The
Industrial Revolution
As a form of government, what does oligarchy mean?
a. Rule by one
b. Rule by a few
c. Rule by law
d. Rule by many Rule by a few
The Trail of Tears was: The forced evacuation of Cherokee in to Oklahoma
What is the main reason that tropical regions near the Equator tend to experience relatively
constant year-round temperatures? The angle at which sunlight hits them remains
relatively constant throughout the year
Which of the following is not correct regarding assumptions of mercantilism? In order to
prosper, a nation should try to increase its imports
Which scientist first proposed the heliocentric universe instead of a geocentric one?
Copernicus
Congressional elections are held every ____ years. Two
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During the early Medieval period in Europe, before the 5th century, where were the main centers
of literacy found?
a. they were in the homes of the wealthy.
b. they were in the churches and monasteries.
c. they were in the local artisan and craft guilds. they were in the churches and
monasteries.
How must inferior courts interpret the law?
a. According to the Supreme Court's interpretation
b. According to the Constitution
c. However they choose
d. According to the political climate According to the Supreme Court's interpretation
Which entity in American government is the closest to true democracy?
a. the electoral college
b. the house of representatives
c. committees within the Senate
d. the Supreme court The House of Representatives
,Power divided between local and central branches of government is a definition of what term?
Federalism
Virginian __________ advocated a stronger central government and was influential at the
Constitutional Convention.
a. James Madison
b. Benjamin Franklin
c. Geroge Mason James Madison
Which of the following will result if two nations use the theory of comparative advantage when
making decisions of which good to produce and trade? Each nation will specialize in the
production of different specific goods
The presidential veto of legislation passed by congress illustrates which principal in American
Government? checks and balances
A filibuster is used to delay a bill. Where can a filibuster take place? The Senate
To be president of the United States, what three requirements must one meet? the
president must be a natural citizen, be atleast 35 years old, and have lived in the US for 14 years.
Which of the following is most likely to benefit from inflation? A person who has taken
out a fixed-rate loan
, After the civil war, urban populations increased. This growth was likely due to: The
Industrial Revolution
As a form of government, what does oligarchy mean?
a. Rule by one
b. Rule by a few
c. Rule by law
d. Rule by many Rule by a few
The Trail of Tears was: The forced evacuation of Cherokee in to Oklahoma
What is the main reason that tropical regions near the Equator tend to experience relatively
constant year-round temperatures? The angle at which sunlight hits them remains
relatively constant throughout the year
Which of the following is not correct regarding assumptions of mercantilism? In order to
prosper, a nation should try to increase its imports
Which scientist first proposed the heliocentric universe instead of a geocentric one?
Copernicus
Congressional elections are held every ____ years. Two
