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[Done] Which of the following best explains why the United States and Soviet Union were the two global superpowers after World War II? A. They embraced a similarly effective economic system. B. They provided significant support to each other throughout the war. C. They did not experience significant loss of life from the war. D. They had significant industrial centers that had not been destroyed, unlike other powers.

[Done] Why was Mexico considered a single-party state? A. There was only one political party in the history of the country. B. One party dominated the government and all political institutions. C. One party controlled politics, while another controlled the economy. D. The constitution declared only one party could be in control at a time.

[Done] Roosevelt uses the term "square deal" again in the second sentence of this excerpt. Read both paragraphs together. What does the term "square deal" seem to mean in this second use? A. Every person will have equal opportunities under present rules. B. Roosevelt doesn't stand for equal opportunity under the present rules. C. Roosevelt wants to change the rules to give everyone more opportunities and rewards.

[Done] How did the concept of "Christian liberty" reinforce hierarchies in sixteenth-century Europe? A. It placed the clergy at the top of society, because God was more powerful than kings. B. It separated the church and state. C. It taught that "liberty" meant following God, and that God ordained the king. D. It made religion a private and personal affair. E. It distinguished between faith and socioeconomic status.

[Done] Roosevelt uses the term "square deal" again in the second sentence of this excerpt. Read both paragraphs together. What does the term "square deal" seem to mean in this second use? A. Every person will have equal opportunities under present rules. B. Roosevelt doesn't stand for equal opportunity under the present rules. C. Roosevelt wants to change the rules to give everyone more opportunities and rewards.

[Done] What was the impact of Furman v. Georgia (1972)?

[Done] Was the transfer of land and industry in Cuba from private owners to the government under Fidel Castro?

[Done] Which two continents suffered the most from World War II? A. Africa and Asia B. Europe and Asia C. Africa and Europe D. North America and Asia

[Done] The war on the western front was a stalemate by 1916. What was the effect of this development? A. The British were able to take German territory. B. The Germans were able to gain the advantage. C. Neither side was able to make progress in the war. D. The French suffered fewer casualties than the Germans.

[Done] Which best explains why many Americans supported pacifism during World War I? A. They feared war would lead to a draft and cost lives. B. They believed war would go against their religious beliefs. C. They worried war would lead to a financial collapse and cost jobs. D. They thought war would lead to a revolution on the home front.