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Why was British economic recovery slower than that of France or West Germany?
A) The cost of maintaining the British Empire weighed on the domestic economy.
B) British welfare costs were higher than those of France.
C) British citizens paid proportionally higher taxes than French or German citizens.
D) The United Kingdom had a large trade surplus with the United States,which kept the value of the pound too high.
E) The United Kingdom spent 25 percent of its national budget on the military.
A) The cost of maintaining the British Empire weighed on the domestic economy.
B) British welfare costs were higher than those of France.
C) British citizens paid proportionally higher taxes than French or German citizens.
D) The United Kingdom had a large trade surplus with the United States,which kept the value of the pound too high.
E) The United Kingdom spent 25 percent of its national budget on the military.
On Jul 14, 2024
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With regard to international efforts to protect the environment, the Clinton administration _____________________.
A) opposed the 1992 Rio de Janeiro Treaty as an attack on American industry
B) refused to fulfill the previous Bush administration's pledge to support the war against global warming
C) signed the 1997 Kyoto Protocol on carbon dioxide emissions but never submitted it for ratification to the Republican-controlled Senate
D) showed its disdain for the 1997 Kyoto Protocol, which it had signed only to mollify the nation's environmentalists, by secretly lobbying against its ratification in the Senate
A) opposed the 1992 Rio de Janeiro Treaty as an attack on American industry
B) refused to fulfill the previous Bush administration's pledge to support the war against global warming
C) signed the 1997 Kyoto Protocol on carbon dioxide emissions but never submitted it for ratification to the Republican-controlled Senate
D) showed its disdain for the 1997 Kyoto Protocol, which it had signed only to mollify the nation's environmentalists, by secretly lobbying against its ratification in the Senate
On Jul 11, 2024
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What was one result of the Great Awakening?
A) The revivals encouraged colonists to trust the views of established elites.
B) The revivals reduced the range of religious alternatives in the colonies.
C) The revivals inspired a renewed sense of national unity.
D) The revivals helped to expand the circulation of newspapers and pamphlets in the colonies.
E) The revivals inspired slaves to cling more closely to their African religions.
A) The revivals encouraged colonists to trust the views of established elites.
B) The revivals reduced the range of religious alternatives in the colonies.
C) The revivals inspired a renewed sense of national unity.
D) The revivals helped to expand the circulation of newspapers and pamphlets in the colonies.
E) The revivals inspired slaves to cling more closely to their African religions.
On Jun 14, 2024
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Describe the new environmental movement of the 1960s. What was "new" about it? How did Rachel Carson's work help spur and shape the movement? Did environmental activism of the period result in any of the desired outcomes? If so, what were they? If not, why not? Explain.
On Jun 11, 2024
The new environmental movement of the 1960s was characterized by a growing awareness of the impact of human activity on the natural world and a push for conservation and environmental protection. What was "new" about this movement was the widespread public concern and activism around environmental issues, as well as the emergence of environmental organizations and legislation aimed at addressing these concerns.
Rachel Carson's work, particularly her groundbreaking book "Silent Spring," played a crucial role in spurring and shaping the movement. "Silent Spring" raised awareness about the harmful effects of pesticides, particularly DDT, on the environment and human health. It sparked public outrage and led to increased scrutiny of chemical companies and government regulation of pesticides. Carson's work also helped to popularize the concept of ecological interconnectedness and the idea that human actions could have far-reaching and detrimental effects on the environment.
The environmental activism of the period did result in some desired outcomes. It led to the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1970, as well as landmark legislation such as the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act. These laws aimed to protect air and water quality, preserve natural habitats, and prevent the extinction of endangered species. Additionally, the movement raised public awareness about environmental issues and helped to shift societal attitudes towards conservation and sustainability.
However, the environmental movement of the 1960s also faced challenges and limitations. Despite the passage of significant legislation, enforcement and implementation of these laws have often been inadequate. Additionally, the movement has struggled to address complex and interconnected issues such as climate change and biodiversity loss. Furthermore, the influence of corporate interests and political opposition has hindered the movement's ability to achieve all of its desired outcomes.
In conclusion, the new environmental movement of the 1960s was characterized by a growing public concern for environmental issues and a push for conservation and protection. Rachel Carson's work played a crucial role in shaping the movement, and it led to the establishment of key environmental legislation and agencies. While the movement achieved some of its desired outcomes, it also faced challenges and limitations in addressing complex environmental issues.
Rachel Carson's work, particularly her groundbreaking book "Silent Spring," played a crucial role in spurring and shaping the movement. "Silent Spring" raised awareness about the harmful effects of pesticides, particularly DDT, on the environment and human health. It sparked public outrage and led to increased scrutiny of chemical companies and government regulation of pesticides. Carson's work also helped to popularize the concept of ecological interconnectedness and the idea that human actions could have far-reaching and detrimental effects on the environment.
The environmental activism of the period did result in some desired outcomes. It led to the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1970, as well as landmark legislation such as the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act. These laws aimed to protect air and water quality, preserve natural habitats, and prevent the extinction of endangered species. Additionally, the movement raised public awareness about environmental issues and helped to shift societal attitudes towards conservation and sustainability.
However, the environmental movement of the 1960s also faced challenges and limitations. Despite the passage of significant legislation, enforcement and implementation of these laws have often been inadequate. Additionally, the movement has struggled to address complex and interconnected issues such as climate change and biodiversity loss. Furthermore, the influence of corporate interests and political opposition has hindered the movement's ability to achieve all of its desired outcomes.
In conclusion, the new environmental movement of the 1960s was characterized by a growing public concern for environmental issues and a push for conservation and protection. Rachel Carson's work played a crucial role in shaping the movement, and it led to the establishment of key environmental legislation and agencies. While the movement achieved some of its desired outcomes, it also faced challenges and limitations in addressing complex environmental issues.