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6. In the western hemisphere, which was the first republic to grant equality to all of its citizens?
  1. The United States
  2. Mexico
  3. Bolivia
  4. Haiti
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7. Why was India partitioned as it gained independence in 1947?
  1. Muslims wanted their own state in South Asia.
  2. The British could not agree upon political boundaries.
  3. Sikhs from the Punjab demanded partitioning.
  4. Gandhi encouraged the idea.
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8. What was the main reason that the United States increased its military support for South Vietnam in the 1960s?
  1. South Vietnam was an ally during World War II.
  2. Cuba was helping North Vietnam.
  3. The Domino Effect of Communism
  4. The French told the United States to provide support for South Vietnam.
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9. What was European interest in the American colonies from the period between 1450 and 1750 primarily due to?
  1. Traveling to America was very easy.
  2. Europeans wanted to establish military bases away from home.
  3. American colonies had large cash crops, which would potentially lead to a large profit for Europeans.
  4. Europeans wanted to escape the harsh climate of Europe.
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10. What was the general sentiment toward religious affairs in Europe in the 1500s?
  1. People were turning toward Calvinist forms of worship.
  2. Many doubted that the Catholic Church could provide adequate spiritual leadership.
  3. People were leaning toward Martin Luther’s teachings.
  4. Many felt a highly devout, unquestioning allegiance toward the Catholic Church.
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