Katie, a Historian, Is Conducting Research on the Character of the Present

question 43

Multiple Choice

Katie, a historian, is conducting research on the character of the present American government. During a lecture, she presents her view, which is in accordance with the Turner Thesis. Which of the following is Katie's lecture most likely to indicate?

• A)The present American democracy was shaped by the American frontier experience.
• B)The rise of capitalism in the United States was restricted by imperialism.
• C)The political fiascos of the 1870s were the result of the underproduction of goods.
• D)The United States lost access to geopolitical power by abstaining from invasions.
• E)The purchase of Alaska was a decisive factor in modeling the present U.S. government.

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Neurotransmitters

Chemicals released by neurons that transmit signals across a synapse to other neurons or to muscles or glands, influencing mental processing and behavior.

Sensory Systems

The parts of the nervous system responsible for processing sensory information from the environment, including sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

Sodium Ions

Positively charged particles of sodium, crucial for various bodily functions, including nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.

Sodium Ions

Charged particles of sodium, essential for various physiological processes in the body, including nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.