How did Judaism change under Babylonian and Persian rule? What happened in 538 B. C. that made it possible for the Jews to return to Judah from exile?
Why do you think so many Jews chose to stay in Babylon after Cyrus let them return to Judah?
How did Cyrus's views on religion help Judaism survive?

Which of the following statements describes the nature of "stigma" as it relates to welfare? a) society values individual characteristics such as self-reliance and a willingness to work hard, welfare recipients are seen as dependent and lazy. b) social welfare hs been polarized as a "moral category", and its related policy includes treating the poor in a dignified manner, as to highlight the responsible nature of the welfare recipents. c) the norm of reciprocity explains the societal obligation to make some return for the things received, welfare recipents are stigmatized because they are able to be seen as making appropiate contributions for the benefits they incur. d) the capitalistic nature of u. s. society stresses that those who work hard and have the ability will be rewarded with success, welfare recipients are equal to those who do not receive welfare because both groups of people deserve the benefits of success.

In ancient egypt, the pharaoh collected from the peasant farmers. a. oil b. gold c. lumber d. taxes

On a production possibility curve, data points that fall outside of the curve represent what