Which of the following resulted from france giving russia a loan to build the trans-siberian railway? a) france developed a political alliance with russia b) russia defaulted on its debt, making it an enemy of france c) germany canceled its alliance with france d) austria-hungary demanded equal support from france

Consider the following invention from the american industrial era. cotton gin – a machine that removed seeds from short-staple cotton which option explains how this invention contributed to the role of the united states as an emerging world power? a. it was in high demand abroad, as many european nations had begun farming cotton. b. it led to the decline of slavery in the south, which enhanced america’s international reputation. c. it freed up many slaves to become factory workers in northern cities, which improved the economy. d. it increased production efficiency of a us cash crop that was in high demand in other nations.