What contributed to President Harry S. Truman's decision to use atomic weapons during World War II? A
the belief that Soviet leaders were considering providing military aid to Japan

B
the fear that Japan was preparing to launch a nuclear strike against the United States

C
concern about the high casualties that would result from a land invasion of Japan

D
a desire to convince Germany to surrender to the Allied powers through a show of force

Cheap land, gold, and hope for a better life attracted people westward. traveling and starting a new life were difficult. most people faced many hardships, including loneliness. however, the west was a place where many cultures met and mixed with each other. it still is today. newspaper headlines attracted people to the west. advertisements promised great opportunities. some american folk songs, like "clementine," however, gave a more real idea of the journey and life there. imagine you live in either california or oregon in 1862. your advertisement may be: •song lyrics •text for a newspaper advertisement write your song or advertisement. include this information: •why people should go •where they should go •how to get there •what to bring •what life will be like •who they may meet •possible dangers you should be creative and persuasive in your advertisement, but also honest.

When leaders use religious laws to govern, they most likey represent? a democracy, an autocratic you, a monarchy, a theocracy

Which of the following phrases best describes american society in the early 1900s