California entered the Union as a free state in 1850. In 1854, Congress began preparing Kansas to become a state. Why do you think the question of slavery in Kansas would be a highly controversial issue between the North and South?

The american civil war most former enslaved african americans in texas began making a living as

Take another look at the population pyramid for france in 1950. notice the disparity between the male and female populations in the 55 to 70 year-old age group. what historical event could account for this disparity?

President of the united states has scheduled a cabinet meeting today to discuss energy policy with specific focus on pollution and global warming. given what you know of the executive branch, which group of attendees would the president most likely expect to provide up-to-date information and expert insight during this meeting?