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- George Washington proved to be an exceptional commander.
- The Hessian mercenaries were notmotivated, only concerned about money
- Inexperienced in the art of guerilla warfare.
- Hessian Mercenaries that helped aid in battle.
- Motivated to fight for their livelihood
- British citizens resented paying taxes for war
- Fighting on home territory - wait and defend, did not need to transport supplies, troops, etc.
- Problems back in Britain, people disapproved of the war.
- Well equipped, disciplined, and trained soldiers.
- Mexico's northern territories were under-populated because ________________.a. the economy offered many opportunitiesb. communication with the frontier was fast and efficientc. people were not motivated to relocated. the national military protected people
- staple crops of north and south american native peoples
- What geographical characteristics help determine where cattle trails develop?a. sufficient waterb. areas of easy accessc. adequate grazingd. all of the above
- Native American slavery existed in New Mexico because ________________a. some people believed the term 'slave' applied only to African Americans.b. it had its roots in pre-Spanish times.c. many people believed it was beneficial to New Mexican society.d. all of the above.
- Which of the following situations is evidence of inequality in the West?a. women couldn't voteb. tribes lost landsc. slave labor grewd. all of the above
- Which industry is important to New Mexico?a. Military/Technologyb. Transportationc. Tourismd. all of the above
- After New Mexico became a territory, approximately how long did it take to achieve statehood?a. 10 yearsc. 60 yearsb. 30 yearsd. 100 years
- New Mexico's internal challenges to becoming a state included _______________a. the lack of railroads.b. difficulties with land and water rights.c. issues over slavery and international trade.d. all of the above.
- Which route connects the East coast and West coast of the US, going through Albuquerque, NM?a. Wifi Routerb. Route 66c. Route 42d. Route Abega
- Which state is NOT in the Four Corners with New Mexico?a. Arizonab. Texasc. Utahd. Colorado
- The railroads changed the economy in all of the following ways except:a. land prices decreased.b. lumbering grew as a result of increasing populations in towns.c. thousands of new factories were established to manufacture materials needed for railroads.d. expansion in agricultural cash crops occurred.