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. […]
Why is Elizabethan Age called Golden Age?
Why is Elizabethan Age called Golden Age? The Elizabethan age is called the Golden Age of England because it was a long period of peace and prosperity in which the arts flourished, and much of English society participated in the general economic well being. What are common characteristics of golden ages? By extension, “Golden Age” […]
What did the Spanish give the Native Americans?
What did the Spanish give the Native Americans? The Spanish brought many plants and animals to the Americas. European livestock—cattle, pigs, and horses—all thrived in the Americas. Crops from the Eastern Hemisphere, such as grapes, onions, and wheat, also thrived in the Western Hemisphere. The Columbian Exchange benefited Europe, too. What effects did the Spanish […]
Who are the 12 judges in the Supreme Court?
Who are the 12 judges in the Supreme Court? Who are the Supreme Court justices? Chief Justice John Roberts. Associate Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Associate Justice Samuel A. Alito, Jr. Associate Justice Stephen Breyer. Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Associate Justice Neil Gorsuch. Associate Justice Elena Kagan. Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Who are the 9 justices […]
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 […]
What dinosaur was the best mother?
What dinosaur was the best mother? Maiasaura Are dinosaurs good mothers? The oldest dinosaur eggs currently known to science are around 230 million years old, from the Late Triassic. But duck-billed Maiasaura, a name that means ‘good mother lizard’, is one of the best-known examples of parental behaviour. However, they are not the only example […]
What is the Penny Stock Rule?
What is the Penny Stock Rule? Penny Stock Rule Amendments Rule 15g-2 makes it unlawful for a broker/dealer to effect a transaction in a penny stock with or for a customer account unless the broker/dealer distributes a Risk Disclosure Document to the customer before effecting the customer’s first transaction in a penny stock. Which of […]
Which of the following was an outcome of the Seminole and Sauk resistance efforts?
Which of the following was an outcome of the Seminole and Sauk resistance efforts? Which of the following was an outcome of the Seminole and Sauk resistance efforts? The Seminoles refused to sign a removal treaty with the United States. The Sauk negotiated a lasting peace agreement with the United States. The United States decided […]