Why did Lincoln have to make a decision about Fort Sumter early in his presidency? Whether Fort Sumter received supplies or not, its evacuation at some point was inevitable. The choice Lincoln faced was whether the evacuation would be conducted in a manner that would maintain an uneasy peace, or done in a way that […]
Where was gold discovered that sparked the 1849 Gold Rush?
Where was gold discovered that sparked the 1849 Gold Rush? Discovery at Sutter’s Mill On January 24, 1848, James Wilson Marshall, a carpenter originally from New Jersey, found flakes of gold in the American River at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near Coloma, California. Where was gold discovered in Alaska? 1867 Alaska purchased […]
What caused the formation of the Great Rift Valley?
What caused the formation of the Great Rift Valley? Geologists know that the Rift Valley was formed by violent subterranean forces that tore apart the earth’s crust. These forces caused huge chunks of the crust to sink between parallel fault lines and force up molten rock in volcanic eruptions. What type of plate boundary formed […]
What was the impact of the steamboat on the colonization of Africa?
What was the impact of the steamboat on the colonization of Africa? The development of the river steamboat, for example, allowed the deeper penetration of Africa, and a means whereby large areas of a riverine civilization such as China’s could be controlled with a relatively small force. How did the steam engine contribute to imperialism? […]
Why was D-Day important to the Allies?
Why was D-Day important to the Allies? The Importance of D-Day The D-Day invasion is significant in history for the role it played in World War II. It marked the turn of the tide for the control maintained by Nazi Germany; less than a year after the invasion, the Allies formally accepted Nazi Germany’s surrender. […]
What factors influence whether bystanders offer help to individuals in need?
What factors influence whether bystanders offer help to individuals in need? Social influence. If a bystander is physically in a position to notice a victim, factors such as the bystander’s emotional state, the nature of the emergency, and the presence of others can influence his or her ability to realize that something is wrong and […]
What was in the Marshall Plan?
What was in the Marshall Plan? The Marshall Plan (officially the European Recovery Program, ERP) was an American initiative passed in 1948 for foreign aid to Western Europe. The goals of it the United States were to rebuild war-torn regions, remove trade barriers, modernize industry, improve European prosperity, and prevent the spread of communism. What […]
What determines if a synapse is excitatory or inhibitory?
What determines if a synapse is excitatory or inhibitory? The BOTTOM LINE IS: the neurotransmitter in a synapse will be excitatory (or inhibitory) if it is released from a presynaptic neuron that produces an excitatory (inhibitory) neurotransmitter, i.e. a transmitter that excites (inhibits) the receiving neuron. What determines whether a postsynaptic potential will be either […]
Why did Tecumseh form an alliance with the British?
Why did Tecumseh form an alliance with the British? Summer 1812: British General Isaac Brock and Shawnee Leader Tecumseh form an alliance. He met with native warriors, including Tecumseh, to negotiate an alliance to fight against the Americans. The success of their meeting would determine the future of Upper Canada. Why did Tecumseh form an […]
Which house of Congress is favored by larger states?
Which house of Congress is favored by larger states? Senate because they have equal power compared to larger states. Which house would have been favored by the larger more populous states? What is the purpose of impeachment? Why was impeachment made part of the Constitution? Which house of Congress is more prestigious? The Senate is […]