Answer:
farming family in 1732. After his father died when George was eleven, George's mother, Mary, a tough and driven woman, struggled to hold their home together with the help of her two sons from a previous marriage. Although he never received more than an elementary school education, young George displayed a gift for mathematics. This knack for numbers combined with his quiet confidence and ambition caught the attention of Lord Fairfax, head of one of the most powerful families in Virginia. While working for Lord Fairfax as a surveyor at the age of sixteen, the young Washington traveled deep into the American wilderness for weeks at a time.
British Army Service
Tragedy struck the young man with the death of his half brother Lawrence, who had guided and mentored George after his father's death. George inherited Mount Vernon from his brother, living there for the rest of his life. At the time, England and France were enemies in America, vying for control of the Ohio River Valley. Serving as a British military envoy, Washington led a poorly trained and equipped force of 150 men to build a fort on the banks of the Ohio River. On the way, he encountered and attacked a small French force, killing a French minister in the process. The incident touched off open fighting between the British and the French, and in one fateful engagement, the British were routed by the superior tactics of the French.
Although hailed as a hero in the colonies when word spread of his heroic valor and leadership against the French, the Royal government in England blamed the colonials for the defeat. Angry at the lack of respect and appreciation shown to him, Washington resigned from the army and returned to farming in Virginia. In 1759, he married Martha Custis, a wealthy widow, and thereafter devoted his time to running the family plantation. By 1770, Washington had emerged as an experienced leader—a justice of the peace in Fairfax County, a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses, and a respected vestryman (a lay leader in his church). He also was among the first prominent Americans to openly support resistance to England's new policies of taxation and strict regulation of the colonial economy (the Navigation Acts) beginning in the early 1770s.
A Modest Military Leader
Washington was elected by the Virginia legislature to both the First and the Second Continental Congress, held in 1774 and 1775. In 1775, after local militia units from Massachusetts had engaged British troops near Lexington and Concord, the Second Continental Congress appointed Washington commander of all the colonial forces. Showing the modesty that was central to his character, and would later serve the young Republic so well, Washington proclaimed, "I do not think myself equal to the command I am honored with."
After routing the British from Boston in the spring of 1776, Washington fought a series of humiliating battles in a losing effort to defend New York. But on Christmas Day that same year, he led his army through a ferocious blizzard, crossed the Delaware into New Jersey, and defeated the Hessian forces at Trenton. In May 1778, the French agreed to an alliance with the Americans, marking the turning point of the Revolution. Washington knew that one great victory by his army would collapse the British Parliament's support for its war against the colonies. In October 1781, Washington's troops, assisted by the French Navy, defeated Cornwallis at Yorktown. By the following spring the British government was ready to end hostilities.
Explanation:
The table below represents policy making in Congress.
Committee Type
House of Congress
Conference
House of Representatives and Senate
Special
House of Representatives and Senate
Standing
House of Representatives or Senate
Based on the table, what is the impact of political parties on policy making in
Congress?
A. Minority parties select the legislative leadership.
B. Majority parties oversee debate on passed bills.
C. Majority parties determine procedure.
D. Minority parties regulate discussion.
Answer:
I think this is C
Explanation:
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The early conquerors were chiefly looking for?
A. Land
B. Pearls
C. Indians
D. Gold
Answer:
D
Explanation:
I already answered; it got deleted somehow...
The conquerors weren't looking for indians or pearls, and they were looking for GOLDS.
Answer:
gold
Explanation:
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In at least one paragraph, explain cultural diffusion. Be sure to provide examples of both positive and negative effects of cultural diffusion.
Cultural diffusion is the spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group of people to another. Through cultural diffusion, horizons are broadened and people become more culturally rich. .
Answer:
Cultural diffusion is where one culture will adopt elements of another. Like when Christopher Columbus sailed across the ocean and landed in America. When he got their he brought a variety of things with him, religion(Catholicism), disease, and much more to the land. Doing so he slowly impacted the indigenous people, imprinting them with his own culture.
[You can add or take away parts to make it your own.]
Can someone just give me at least 10 facts about telegraph lines along railroad tracks? I'm giving all my points so please help T-T
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An electrical telegraph is a point-to-point text messaging system, primarily used from the 1840s until the mid 20th century when it was slowly replaced by other telecommunication systems.[1] It used coded pulses of electric current through dedicated wires to transmit information over long distances. It was the first electrical telecommunications system, the most widely used of a number of early messaging systems called telegraphs, devised to send text messages more rapidly than written messages could be sent. This system allowed for communication to occur without the necessity of physical transportation.[2] Prior to the electric telegraph, semaphore systems were used, including beacons, smoke signals, flag semaphore, and optical telegraphs for visual signals to communicate over distances of land.[3]
An electrical telegraph consisted of two or more geographically separated stations (often called telegraph offices) connected by wires, usually supported overhead on utility poles. There were many different electrical telegraph systems invented, but the ones that became widespread fit into two broad categories. The first category consists of needle telegraphs in which a needle pointer is made to move electromagnetically with a pulse of electric current from a battery or dynamo down the telegraph line. Early systems used multiple needles requiring multiple wires. The first commercial system, and the most widely used needle telegraph, was the Cooke and Wheatstone telegraph, invented in 1837. Early equipment sets used five needles to point to the letter being transmitted, but the cost of installing wires was more economically significant than the cost of training operators so a single-needle system with a code that had to be learned became the norm.
The second category consists of armature systems in which the pulse activates a telegraph sounder which makes a click. The archetype of this category was the Morse system, invented by Samuel Morse in 1838, using a single wire. At the sending station, an operator would tap on a switch called a telegraph key, spelling out text messages in Morse code. Originally, the armature was intended to make marks on paper tape, but operators learned to interpret the clicks and it was more efficient to write down the message directly. In 1865, the Morse system became the standard for international communication with a modified code developed for German railways. However, some countries continued to use established national systems internally for some time afterwards.
In the 1840s, the electrical telegraph superseded optical telegraph systems (except in France), becoming the standard way to send urgent messages. By the latter half of the century, most developed nations had created commercial telegraph networks with local telegraph offices in most cities and towns, allowing the public to send messages called telegrams addressed to any person in the country, for a fee. Beginning in 1854, submarine telegraph cables allowed for the first rapid communication between continents. Electrical telegraph networks permitted people and commerce to transmit messages across both continents and oceans almost instantly, with widespread social and economic impacts.[4] In the early 20th century the telegraph was slowly replaced by teletype networks.
What is 3 words of wisdom from sojourner truth
Answer:
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Explanation:
I just want to keep my strek. which is 6 so thanks
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6. PART A
What is the meaning of the word suppress as it is used in paragraph 10 of “Fashion Police”?
A support
B hold back
C express
D promote
PART B
How does Principal Jaggon support the idea that “dress codes aren’t meant to suppress free speech”?
A by reminding the reader that the First Amendment guarantees the right to free speech
B by arguing that having a dress code reduces bullying
C by emphasizing that school is a place where academics are first and foremost
D by suggesting that clothing isn’t the only way to show individuality
7. “No More Saggy Pants” describes a law in Florida that bans saggy pants. Based on what you know about
Dionne Jaggon’s point of view in “Fashion Police,” do you think she would be in favor of this law? Use text
evidence to support your answer.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
8. Which choice best describes how the focus of “Fashion Police” differs from the focus of “No More Saggy Pants”?
A “Fashion Police” focuses on only one side of the dress code debate,
while “No More Saggy Pants” provides various opinions.
B “Fashion Police” provides a general overview of school dress codes,
while “No More Saggy Pants” focuses on a type of law.
C “Fashion Police” is about what kids can and can’t wear to school,
while “No More Saggy Pants” focuses on appropriate clothing in all public spaces.
D “Fashion Police” describes consequences for not following the dress code,
while “No More Saggy Pants” explains the reasons behind having a dress code at school.
9. Which idea is presented in both texts?
A Students are more likely to follow the school dress code if it is enforced by state law.
B Schools that require uniforms have less bullying than schools that don’t.
C The U.S. Constitution states what is considered appropriate schoolwear.
D At many schools, students face consequences for not following the dress code.
10. In “No More Saggy Pants,” one argument in favor of the ban on saggy pants is that it “can improve the
learning environment in schools.” Which detail from “Fashion Police” best supports this claim?
A “Dyed hair, tank tops, and ripped jeans are among the fashion no-no’s at many schools.”
B “People should have their hair styled however they want.”
C “How well you communicate is true self-expression.”
D “Dionne Jaggon ... says switching to uniforms helped cut down on bullying and distractions in class.”
Answer:
Part A is answer B- "hold back." :)
I think part B is answer C- "By emphasizing that a school is a place where academics are first and foremost."
7. I think Dione Jaggons would definetly support the laws put in "No More Saggy Pants" as well. Dione doesn't support someone just having a faux hawk, so she most likely wouldn't support someone wearing saggy pants to school.
8. I believe the correct answer is C- "Fashion Police” is about what kids can and can’t wear to school, while “No More Saggy Pants” focuses on appropriate clothing in all public spaces.
9. I believe the correct answer is C- "The U.S. Constitution states what is considered appropriate schoolwear."
10. A- "Dyed hair, tank tops, and ripped jeans are among the fashion no-no’s at many schools.” seems to be the most reasonable answer.
Explanation:
I read over multiple times and believe those are the best answers to the questions.
I apoligize if any of the answers are incorrect. ;(
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What happened on February 14?
If you are talking about a historical event, the Valentine's Day Massacre, which is when some of Al Capone's rivals were murdered.
This announcement is referring to powers belonging to the —
Legislative branch
Judicial branch
Executive branch
Answer:
i think it the legislative branch im not sure tho
Explanation:
Congressional committees are an important part of the work done in Congress. Which tasks are done by committees?
1.campaign for election of other members
2.hold parties to get to know people
3.consider proposed legislation
4.monitor the activities of the executive branch
Congressional committees are an important part of the work done in Congress. The tasks are done by monitoring the activities of the executive branch. The correct option is 4.
Congressional committees are in charge of overseeing the executive branch's actions and policies. They examine how laws are implemented, look into potential wrongdoing or misbehavior, and evaluate the efficacy of government programs. This oversight function contributes to the executive branch's accountability and transparency.
The congressional committees serve as vital for monitoring the executive branch's activities. They oversee, gather information, design legislation, provide expertise, and promote bipartisanship. Committees contribute to the successful functioning of Congress and the appropriate running of the government as a whole through these functions.
Congressional committees play an important part in the operations of Congress. One of their key responsibilities is to supervise the actions of the executive branch.
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List two acts by Qin Shihuangdi to unify China.
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Answer:
The Qin dynasty surfaced during China’s Warring States period. This era spanned 250 years—475 B.C. to 221 B.C. During the Warring States period, the city-state kingdoms of ancient China’s Spring and Autumn period consolidated into larger territories. The feudal states fought each other for power during this era characterized by advances in military technology as well as education, thanks to the influences of Confucian philosophers.
The Qin dynasty came to prominence as the new imperial dynasty (221-206/207 B.C.) after conquering rival kingdoms and when its first emperor, the absolute monarch Qin Shi Huang (Shi Huangdi or Shih Huang-ti) unified China. The Qin Empire, also known as Ch'in, is likely where the name China originates. probs not gonna help
Answer:
He made harsh laws, and the great wall of China
Explanation:
When was Lincoln born?
Answer: February 12, 1809
Explanation: I looked it up
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How did the Roman Republic benefit from the Punic Wars?
Why was Rome no longer considered a republic after the Punic Wars?
question 1: The defeat of Carthage in the Third Punic War allowed the Roman Republic to become the superpower of Europe and allowed its influence to expand to North Africa. North Africa become the breadbasket of Rome for centuries.
question 2:Rome was growing and it was becoming incredibly wealthy after the Punic wars, but the republic was facing serious problems during this time. Many Roman politicians took bribes and they would encourage the forming violent mobs to aid them in rising to power.
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Answer:
Q1:A result of the first Punic War and the Romans was the decisive naval victory against the Carthaginians at the Aegate Islands This gave Rome full control of Sicily and Corsica Rome benefited greatly from the acquisition of Sicily
Q2:The wars against Carthage changed Rome The Senate had gained in power and prestige relative to the peoples assemblies the Comitias Plebis. And after the war ended many veterans from farming families preferred settling in cities especially Rome rather than return to the countryside
Explanation:
This Amendment states that the "powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people."
The Quran has specific guidelines for all the following except
A. rules for socializing C. how to worship
B. morals to exhibit D. how many children and wives to have
Do you think the aristocracy of Heian Japan cared about the concerns of the lower class farmers and peasants? Explain why or why not.
Answer:
More detail
Explanation:
Maybe try providing the text so I can figure out if he did or did not
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how do each of these effect canada
land
water
climate
location
natural resources
I've tried to do research I cannot find anything
so if you know anything about any of these please help :,)
I'm not sure but this is what I could find
-cliamte= less population
-location=smaller population because northern areas are much colder
Its location though makes it a leader in world trade
Located on 3 oceans
Natural resources= More jobs
There are some good websites if you search up your questions.
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Answer:
It is virginia! 200,000
Explanation:
What political view did Anti-Federalists have?
A) Strong central government was needed.
B) Strong state government was needed.
C) Individual rights were not important.
D) Congress should only have one house.
History
Which idea protected in the Constitution says that people should have the ability to do what they wish without being prevented from doing so?
A) Liberty
B) Universal suffrage
C) Freedom of speech
D) Right to a fair trial
History
Answer:
C:Freedom of speech
Answer:
A) Liberty
Explanation:
1: the quality or state of being free:
a: the power to do as one pleases
I may be incorrect, but I believe this is the answer ^
Submarines were used during World War II for what purpose?
A. to observe enemy troop movements
B. to take soldiers onto enemy beaches
C. to control ocean shipping lanes
D. to bomb enemy coastal locations
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How did discrimination exist during the times of labor reform?
- please answer with 2 complete sentences thoroughly explaining.
Answer:
The story of race and labor in America starts with the treatment of black workers ... Every city, every state, and every region of this country has its own deep history with racism. ... The labor movement can and must be at the forefront of efforts to push back ... black freedmen voted and participated in government for the first time.
Brainliest?
Aluminum comes from
A. bauxite
B. Rocks
C. Iron ore
D. Salt mines
Answer:
A. Bauxite
Explanation:
What was the main event that occurred in the Schenck v. United States case?
this is not question....
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Question:
Summarize the main points you learned about today from the Cause and Effect article we read today.
The article is down below
How many amendments have been proposed since the late 1700s? How many amendments have been successfully added to the Constitution?
Answer:
The Constitution, with its 27 amendments, has been amended only 17 times since the first 10—which make up the Bill of Rights—were ratified in 1791.
Explanation:
Answer:
that your right answer
Thirty-three amendments to the United States Constitution have been proposed by the United States Congress and sent to the states for ratification since the Constitution was put into operation on March 4, 1789. Twenty-seven of these, having been ratified by the requisite number of states, are part of the Constitution.
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Why did Greek artists include the ideas of reason, moderation, balance and harmony in their works?
Answer:
Greek artists included the ideas of reason, moderation, balance, and harmony in their works because they hoped that their art would inspire people to base their lives on these same ideas.
Explanation: I learned about this whenever I was fourth grade, we learned about the Greeks. In my school text books it was on page, 163.
Why did it take months before the Articles of Confederation were passed?
A) Many of the delegates to the Continental Congress had to go home to fight in the war.
B)) The British stopped the delegates from meeting the day they were supposed to sign the Articles.
C) The Articles had to be debated, approved, and ratified by all 13 states before they were passed.
D) The Continental Congress couldn't decide on a president before passing the Articles.
History
Answer:
C
Explanation:
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Answer:
C) The Articles had to be debated, approved, and ratified by all 13 states before they were passed.
Explanation: