Category: Sociology

How did the United States gain control of the Panama Canal? On November 6, 1903, the United States recognized the Republic of Panama, and on November 18 the Hay-Bunau-Varilla Treaty was signed with Panama, granting the U.S. exclusive and permanent possession of the Panama Canal Zone. Why did the US acquire the Panama Canal? Americans […]

What is the best approach in deciding on a conflict resolution style? Again, collaborating is normally the best strategy for handling conflicts over important issues. When dealing with moderately important issues, compromising can often lead to quick solutions. Which approach are you using to resolve the conflict? Avoiding, by denying the existence of the conflict […]

What invention revolutionized transportation? In America during the 19th century, the invention of the steam engine dramatically improved shipping by water and created a new transportation industry—the railroad. By the end of the century, some steam locomotives began to be powered by electricity. How did transportation improve during the Industrial Revolution? Roads, canals, and railways […]

Which amendment protects you from excessive bail or punishment? Amendment VIII What do Amendments 1/10 Protect? Protects the freedom of religion, speech, and the press, as well as the right to assemble and petition the government. What rights does First Amendment protect? Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the […]

How are resources allocated in a market economy? In a free market economy, resources are allocated through the interaction of free and self-directed market forces. This means that what to produce is determined consumers, how to produce is determined by producers, and who gets the products depends upon the purchasing power of consumers. How does […]

What do monks give in return for their support? In return for the support of the laity, monks and nuns are expected to live an austere life focused on the study of Buddhist doctrine, the practice of meditation, and the observance of good moral character. Did Buddhism and Jainism both established monasteries? Buddhism and Jainism […]

What is Shays Rebellion summary? Shays’ Rebellion was an armed uprising in Western Massachusetts and Worcester in response to a debt crisis among the citizenry and in opposition to the state government’s increased efforts to collect taxes both on individuals and their trades. The fight took place mostly in and around Springfield during 1786 and […]

What are associations in psychology? Association in psychology refers to a mental connection between concepts, events, or mental states that usually stems from specific experiences. Associations are seen throughout several schools of thought in psychology including behaviorism, associationism, psychoanalysis, social psychology, and structuralism. What is associative learning psychology? Associative learning is the ability of living […]

Who investigates the cause of death? Coroners Who determines cause of death Illinois? About the Medical Examiner’s Office. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office (MEO) is the only Medical Examiner system in Illinois with a jurisdiction of approximately 5.2 million people, roughly 45% of Illinois’ population. Who determines cause of death in Pennsylvania? The coroner […]

Why did the Spanish colonizers start importing slaves? To meet the mounting demand for labor in mining and agriculture, the Spanish began to exploit a new labor force: slaves from western Africa. Slavery was a familiar institution to many sixteenth-century Europeans. When did Spain start slavery? 1526 Why did the Atlantic slave trade develop? Africans […]