What was the main reason that plantations were so profitable?

a. They planted cotton.

b. They used slaves to do all of the hard labor.

c. Plantation owners were clever businessmen.

d. The land was so cheap.

Although born a slave in Kentucky in 1802, this black inventor apprenticed as a cabinet maker, purchased his freedom in 1826, moved to Cincinnati in 1835 and became the leading bed manufacturer who patented the "Boyd Bedstead" and enjoyed a

Describe two problems that Texas colonists might have faced every day.

The Operation Overlord invasion is also known as A. D-Day. B. Barbarossa. C. Battle of Berlin. D. Battle of Rome.

Which state was the first to secede from the Union?

Which period in us history is known as the gilded age Early 18th century Late 18th century Early 19th century Late 19th century

Who did the Spanish seek to convert? British soldiers Native Americans German missionaries None of the above

Which best explains why the United States was able to remain neutral at the outbreak of hostilities in 1914, while most of Europe went to war? A) The United States avoided alliances that would have forced them to participate.

Match the terms to their definition. 1. Property owners and businesspeople as a class, as contrasted with the working class or proletariat. bourgeoisie 2. The religion founded by Mohammed.

What was the significance of the Battle of Marathon? a. The Persians defeated the Athenians and took over all of ancient Greece. b. The Persians conquered the Athenians but were soon stopped by the Spartans. c.

Congress powers are limited by The constitution The Supreme Court Public opinion All of the above