What is a payroll withholding statement? A payroll withholding statement is notification from an employer to an employee or tax office detailing the taxes that have been withheld from an employee’s pay. The term is most commonly associated with the W-2 form that summarizes withholdings from an individual employee during the year. What are the […]
Why did the Catholic Church support exploration?
Why did the Catholic Church support exploration? The Catholic Church during the Age of Discovery inaugurated a major effort to spread Christianity in the New World and to convert the indigenous peoples of the Americas and other indigenous people by any means necessary. Over time it was intended that a normal church structure would be […]
What happened to Native Americans after the arrival of Europeans in the New World?
What happened to Native Americans after the arrival of Europeans in the New World? Throughout the period of European colonisation, millions of Native Americans were killed, either in fighting or by outbreaks of European diseases to which their bodies had no immunity, such as smallpox. As more settlers arrived, more Native American land was taken, […]
What happened as a result of the Reconstruction Act of 1867?
What happened as a result of the Reconstruction Act of 1867? The Reconstruction Act of 1867 outlined the terms for readmission to representation of rebel states. The bill divided the former Confederate states, except for Tennessee, into five military districts. The act became law on March 2, 1867, after Congress overrode a presidential veto. Was […]
Why did Germany colonize?
Why did Germany colonize? In essence, Bismarck’s colonial motives were obscure as he had said repeatedly “… I am no man for colonies.” However, in 1884 he consented to the acquisition of colonies by the German Empire to protect trade, safeguard raw materials and export markets, and take opportunities for capital investment, among other reasons. […]
What two bodies can propose an amendment to the Constitution?
What two bodies can propose an amendment to the Constitution? Amendments may be proposed either by the Congress with a two-thirds vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate or by a convention of states called for by two-thirds of the state legislatures. What are the 2 ways to ratify an amendment? The […]
What is the relationship between Hinduism and Islam?
What is the relationship between Hinduism and Islam? Islam believes in unity of God and rejects idol worship while image or idol worship is the main tenet of Hinduism. But the fact that both Islam and Hinduism are based on divine revelation and in essence both worship the Supreme Being is generally ignored. What is […]
How are the powers of the legislative branch held in check select two options?
How are the powers of the legislative branch held in check select two options? Answer: Explanation: The President in the executive branch can veto a law, but the legislative branch can override that veto with enough votes. The legislative branch has the power to approve Presidential nominations, control the budget, and can impeach the President […]
What type of map shows boundaries?
What type of map shows boundaries? “Political maps” are among the most widely used reference maps. They are mounted on the walls of classrooms throughout the world. They show the geographic boundaries between governmental units such as countries, states, and counties. They show roads, cities and major water features such as oceans, rivers and lakes. […]