Read the text, then choose the best answer. for the first time, individuals began to specialize in certain jobs. some became artisans, or skilled craftspeople, and made pottery or finely carved or woven goods. among the crafts developed in cities, metalworking was particularly important. people learned to make tools and weapons, first out of copper and later out of bronze, a more durable mixture of copper and tin. the specialization described in this text was characteristic of a. the old stone age. b. early civilizations. c. homo habilis. d. nomads.

What was a major component of reaganomics? 1. the belief that tax cuts to the wealthy would trickle down to the less fortunate. 2.the belief that providing tax cuts to lower-socioeconomic americans would boost the economy. 3.the belief that boosting home ownership would lead to americans having an investment in the economy. 4.the belief that correcting the business cycle would boost output and reduce unemployment.

What did jesuits and the leaders of the council of trent have in common? they wanted to improve relations with protestants by making compromises. they were opposed to improving spirituality within the catholic faith. they accused people of heresy and witchcraft. they were concerned with improving religious education.

Which of these is a role of congress? a) to veto legislation b) to pass the federal budget c) to nominate cabinet members d) to interpret the constitution 2) which of these is a power of the legislative branch? a) declare war b) enforces laws c) interprets laws d) negotiates treaties 3) a two/thirds vote of each house of congress is required to a) impeach the u. s. president. b) approve presidential appointments. c) pass an appropriation or tax bill. d) pass a bill over the president's veto. 4) the chief purpose of congressional committees is to a) draft legislation for consideration by the full congress. b) act as a group to which the president can direct his lobbying effort. c) provide a place for lobbyists and special interest groups to get support. d) hold hearings so that bills can be evaluated and studied prior to voting. 5) after a bill has been passed by both houses of congress it a) becomes a law. b) is sent to the president. c) returns to the house of origin for verification. d) is sent to a subcommittee in the house or senate. 6) house of representatives passes a spending bill → senate debates the spending bill → senate passes the spending bill → ? what completes this sequence of events? a) the spending bill becomes a law b) the states must approve the bill c) the supreme court reviews the bill d) the president must act on the bill eliminate