Category: Social studies

How did Progressives change American politics and government? Progressives were interested in establishing a more transparent and accountable government which would work to improve U.S. society. These reformers favored such policies as civil service reform, food safety laws, and increased political rights for women and U.S. workers. How did Progressives try to redefine the role […]

What is the role of leader? A leader’s most important role is to provide clear and compelling direction. Leaders ensure that all followers understand, embrace, and work toward achieving those objectives. And they provide momentum, sharing and celebrating progress toward achieving company goals, setting new targets, and providing needed resources. What is clenched fist syndrome? […]

What did functionalist Émile Durkheim believe about deviance in society? Émile Durkheim believed that deviance is a necessary part of a successful society and that it serves three functions: 1) it clarifies norms and increases conformity, 2) it strengthens social bonds among the people reacting to the deviant, and 3) it can help lead to […]

Which type of media suppress the growth of unwanted bacteria? Media that inhibit the growth of unwanted microorganisms and support the growth of the organism of interest by supplying nutrients and reducing competition are called selective media. An example of a selective medium is MacConkey agar. What culture media provides microorganisms? Culture medium or growth […]

What factors have contributed to the growth of presidential power in the 20th century? What factors have contributed to the growth of presidential powers? National emergencies, the economic and social life of the country, and the unity of his presidency has led to the growth of presidential power. What factors explain the growth of presidential […]

Is chalk dry media? Dry Media includes charcoal, graphite, chalks and pastels. What are examples of dry drawing media? Dry media– pencil,pen,graphite, charcoal, pastels, Conté, silverpoint. Drawing is a form of visual art in which a person uses various drawing instruments to mark paper or another two-dimensional medium. What is Metalpoint made of? A metal […]

Why was the Tea Act important to the American Revolution? This act eliminated the customs duty on the company’s tea and permitted its direct export to America. Though the company’s tea was still subject to the Townshend tax, dropping the customs duty would allow the East India Company to sell its tea for less than […]

What are the components of the State Department? The Secretary of State. The Secretary of State. Deputy Secretaries of State. Deputy Secretary of State. Arms Control and International Security. Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights. Bureau of Counterterrorism. Economic Growth, Energy, and Environment. Management. Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs. Why is it called the State […]

What were the early civilizations of Central and South America? Ancient Americas Ancient America was home to sophisticated civilizations such as the Maya, Inca, Olmec and Aztec societies, and mysterious ruins like Chichen Itza, Teotihuacan, Serpent Mound, Tikal, Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines. Which civilizations were in early Mexico? Ancient Mexico can be said […]

What law enforcement agency combines the tasks of major criminal investigations with highway patrol? A centralized state law enforcement agency combines the tasks of criminal investigation with highway patrol. What are the two models of state law enforcement agencies? There are generally two types of state law enforcement: the state police, which investigate crimes anywhere […]