Why did slaves revolt in Saint-Domingue? In 1791 the French colony of St Domingue was the richest sugar island in the Caribbean. Despite this failed invasion, the British continually attempted to defeat the slave army and capture the island’s resources. The government hoped this would stop rebellion spreading to neighbouring British colonies. What events in […]
What was the controversy surrounding Anne Hutchinson and what does it reveal about Puritan religious and social beliefs?
What was the controversy surrounding Anne Hutchinson and what does it reveal about Puritan religious and social beliefs? What was the controversy surrounding Anne Hutchison, and what does it reveal about Puritan religious and social beliefs? Hutchinson argued that the clergy not part of the elect had no place in spiritual office. Did Puritans want […]
What documents influenced the Articles of Confederation?
What documents influenced the Articles of Confederation? The Declaration of Independence in 1776, the American Revolution, and the creation of the Articles of Confederation represent the American colonies’ first attempt to become a nation. How did the constitution help the Articles of Confederation? America’s first constitution, the Articles of Confederation, gave the Confederation Congress the […]
How do you stabilize acute distress?
How do you stabilize acute distress? In general, the following steps will help to stabilize the majority of distressed individuals: Respect the person’s privacy, and give him/her a few minutes before you intervene. Remain calm, quiet, and present, rather than trying to talk directly to the person, as this may contribute to cognitive/emotional overload. How […]
What are the responsibilities of a nurse manager when leading a case management system?
What are the responsibilities of a nurse manager when leading a case management system? Managing involves assisting the client with planning, priority setting, and decision making while ensuring the organizational systems work on the client’s behalf. A nurse leader should also use managerial skills, not avoid them, to ensure effective implementation of a change in […]
What is the closest synonym for the word customary?
What is the closest synonym for the word customary? Some common synonyms of customary are accustomed, habitual, usual, and wonted. What word means different from customary odd? Something unusual is uncommon. It’s odd, weird, or out of the ordinary in some way. Unusual is the opposite of usual, thanks to the prefix un, meaning “not.” […]
What is at the heart of the United States political system?
What is at the heart of the United States political system? At the heart of the US Constitution is the principle known as ‘separation of powers’, a term coined by the French political, enlightenment thinker Montesquieu. What process extended the Bill of Rights to all levels of government? A process called incorporation extended the Bill […]
What is a main disadvantage of leasing a vehicle compared to buying a vehicle?
What is a main disadvantage of leasing a vehicle compared to buying a vehicle? When you lease a vehicle instead of purchasing one, you have restrictions on what you can and can’t do with the vehicle. There is usually a milage cap on the leased vehicle so that it doesn’t decpriciate too quickly which woud […]
What are three types of cultures found in the world?
What are three types of cultures found in the world? Answer: Three types of cultures found in the world include local cultures, subcultures, and popular culture. How many cultures are there in the world? Price’s Atlas of Ethnographic Societies [11] records over 3814 distinct cultures having been described by anthropologists, certainly a major underestimate. Which […]
What is the concept of Dharma?
What is the concept of Dharma? Dharma is an important term in Indian religions. In Hinduism it means ‘duty’, ‘virtue’, ‘morality’, even ‘religion’ and it refers to the power which upholds the universe and society. What reasons would a woman have for abiding by her Dharma? What reasons would a woman have for abiding by […]