The Problem of How to Determine a Ship's Position on an East-West

question 94

Multiple Choice

The problem of how to determine a ship's position on an east-west axis is called problem of

• A)rationality.
• B)longitude
• C)biological diffusion.
• D)insularity.
• E)enlightenment.

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Definitions:

Glorieta Pass

A significant site of the American Civil War, located in New Mexico; it was the scene of a decisive battle in 1862.

Union Victory

The term refers to the triumph of the Northern states, the Union, over the Confederate states in the American Civil War, leading to the preservation of the United States and the abolition of slavery.

Slavery

A system in which individuals are owned by others, deprived of personal freedom, and forced to perform labor or services against their will.

Pickett's Charge

A significant assault led by Confederate General George Pickett during the Battle of Gettysburg in the American Civil War.