Richard Trevithick 's version of the steam engine was much smaller than previous models. Why were his modifications so important to the success of the Industrial Revolution? Trevithick made the design plans for his engine free to anyone who wanted to build one for his own factory. Trevithick's engines wer so small that individuals bought them for their homes, in an effort to revive cottage industries. Trevithick's engine was used in the first locomotive engine, which revolutionized how materials and products were transported. Trevithick's engine was used to build smaller factories, which took up less room and left space for even more factories.

Most duels were NOT incited on purpose. False. True

Which statement is NOT true of Congress during the Second World War? It abolished the job-creation programs of the New Deal era. It extended government subsidies to businesses. It reduced the budget for national planning. It showed strong support for strict regulations on businesses.

The advancement of the printed word was initially slowed because of shortages of paper and ink. an unwillingness of the public to accept mass -produced publications. a shortage of metal to make presses. the Dark Ages.

In Japan durig this period, real political power was largely held by: Elected citizens The military leaders Foreign governments Local governors

16. How did the Umayyads contribute to the spread of Islam?

The key family name associated with the Renaissance in Italy is that of __ Medici Boccaccio Columbus Michelangelo

Slavery became essential to the economy of the South. True False

Which statement best describes Presiden Johnson's plan for Reconstruction? Johnson's plan angered Democrats in Congress. Johnson's plan was similar to Lincoln's plan but stricter. Johnson's plan prohibited pardons for Confederates. Johnson's plan was more lenient on the South than Lincoln's plan.

Which statement best explains why the United States initially pursued a policy of neutrality at the beginning of World War I? The League of Nations required member nations to avoid military involvement. Congress had already declared support for the Central Powers. Many Americans supported isolationism and economic trade with both sides of the conflict. The United States lacked a modern military capable of fighting overseas.

How did militarism help cause World War I? Russia took the lead with recruitment sign-ups that instilled national pride. Naval spending in some countries caused economic shortages. An arms build-up in one country would force other countries to match the build-up. Germany and Britain looked for alliances to supplement gaps in their military.