What Was One of the Major Accomplishments of the Prussian

question 16

Multiple Choice

What was one of the major accomplishments of the Prussian ruler Frederick William, the Great Elector?

• A)He led Prussia through the Seven Years' War.
• B)He doubled the revenues available to his country.
• C)He established Prussia's first professional standing army.
• D)He helped defeat Austria during the Seven Years' War.
• E)He attempted to end feudalism in his domains.

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Definitions:

Reticular Formation

A network of neurons located in the brainstem involved in regulating wakefulness, sleep, and various reflexes.

Medulla Oblongata

The lower portion of the brainstem controlling vital autonomic functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

Thalamus

A structure within the brain that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Vasoconstriction

The narrowing of blood vessels caused by contraction of the muscular wall of the vessels, which increases blood pressure.