What Was the Earliest Primary Activity of the United States

question 55

Multiple Choice

What was the earliest primary activity of the United States in the international arena?

• A) diplomacy
• B) piracy
• C) trade
• D) war
• E) tax collection

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Definitions:

Alarm Reaction

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Respiration

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Catecholamines

A class of neurotransmitters that include dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, which are involved in flight or flight responses, mood regulation, and cognitive alertness.

Endorphins

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