How did the Qin dynasty silence political opposition? Choose four correct answers. They executed scholars who criticized the government.
They publicly burned history and philosophy books.
They encouraged people to attend public schools.
They used harsh punishments only for extreme cases.
They used an autocratic form of government to oppress people.
They used harsh punishments for small crimes to make the people obey.

Why was the emancipation proclamation widely attacked when it was written?

Explain how republicans gained control of southern state governments?

On july 4, 1776, thomas jefferson wrote the declaration of independence. the declaration of independence can be compared to a break up letter because jefferson explained why america wanted its independence from king george iii. read pages 516-520 in your textbook to discover why america wanted to be an independent country. you will write your own break up letter from the colonies to king george iii. your letter needs to be at least 5-7 sentences, include the issues/events leading up to this breaking point, and why the founding fathers felt independence would be better. remember! this is a “breakup letter”, so channel your inner taylor swift and make it creative!