Category: Social studies

What is a feature of audible pedestrian crosswalk signals? Increased sound comes from the far end of the crosswalk, as pedestrians cross the street. The louder locator tone comes from both ends of the crosswalk, or. the louder locator tone is broadcast from an additional pedhead mounted speaker aimed at the center of the crosswalk. […]

Who preserved Egyptian and Greek learning in the sciences for the West? Science and Technology Hellenistic scholars, particularly those in Alexandria, preserved Greek and Egyptian learning in the sciences. Until the scientific advances of the 16th and 17th centuries, Alexandrian scholars provided most of the scientific knowledge available to the West. What was one important […]

How did the Aztecs increase their economic growth? They removed existing rulers from the conquered lands to ensure they had direct control of their enemies’ trade routes. They forced all the people they conquered to trade directly with them, increasing their wealth from the sale of additional goods. What were the key factors in the […]

What major events happened during reconstruction? Reconstruction. Frederick Douglass. Assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The Ten-Percent Plan. 40 Acres and a Mule. Sharecroppers. Hiram Rhodes Revels. Blanche Kelso Bruce. What was the most important legacy of reconstruction? The Abolition of Slavery, the Rise of Jim Crow Occurring during the decade following the Civil War, Reconstruction saw […]

What are the weaknesses of expectancy theory? Expectancy Theory of Motivation Disadvantages Somewhat idealistic because it assumes that effort and performance will directly lead to the desired outcome. There are other inputs that should be considered, such as education and overall capacity, rather than effort alone. What are the strengths of the expectancy theory? Advantages […]

What is failure to take reasonable actions to prevent injury? Negligence is typically thought of as a failure to take reasonable actions to prevent injury or damage. What is not part of all contracts? Premium is not included in all contracts. Offer is very important, time requirements is also a must in a contract, consideration […]

How does globalization affect American workers? While globalization and growing trade has led to small income gains for the American economy as a whole, it has also redistributed income upward and reduced wages for the majority of American workers. How does international trade affect workers? Trade and Wages. Even if trade does not reduce the […]

What were three 3 motives behind the European race for colonies? Note three motives behind the European race for colonies. Economic competition for markets and raw materials. National pride and racism. Missionaries’ desire to Christianize and “civilize” non-European peoples. Why was there race for colonies in Europe? New nations such as Italy and Germany sought […]

What is the term that Thomas and Chess used to describe babies who have positive disposition? What is the term that Thomas and Chess used to describe babies who have a positive disposition, whose body functions operate regularly, and who are adaptable? Easy babies. Which of the following does an infant demonstrate a preference for […]

In what ways does collective identity inform your individual identity? Collective identity refers to a person’s sense of belonging to a group. The identity of the group, or the ‘collective,’ becomes a part of the person’s individual identity. The idea here is that by participating in social activities, a person can develop a sense of […]