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36. If the government cuts taxes to encourage people to spend more money to stimulate economic growth, it is using:
  1. Business cycling
  2. Fiscal policy
  3. Monetary policy
  4. Public income reductions
  5. Economic easement
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37. NATO was primarily formed to stop the spread of Communism in Asia. True or False?
  1. True
  2. False
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38. Which of the following was the main accomplishment of Bartolomé de las Casas?
  1. He revolutionized the agricultural technique in the New World.
  2. He helped to end the harsh treatment of Native Americans by Spanish conquistadores.
  3. He conquered the Incas.
  4. He developed a new method of mining silver.
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39. Which House of Representatives committee is responsible for placing a bill on the legislative calendar, establishing the time limits for debate, and determining the types of amendments that will be allowed?
  1. Joint
  2. Judiciary
  3. Rules
  4. Ways and Means
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40. 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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