How does lincoln convey the idea that the federal government's position on slavery before the war was reasonable and measured? he provides statistics on the nation's population trends about the quantity and location of slaves. he depicts the federal government as merely wanting to act within its rights to limit slavery, not abolish it. he hints that rebels wanted to use the slavery issue to disrupt the nation's unity, creating two separate countries. he describes those in favor of slavery as insurgents seeking to expand slavery's presence.

Which of these is a role of congress? a) to veto legislation b) to pass the federal budget c) to nominate cabinet members d) to interpret the constitution 2) which of these is a power of the legislative branch? a) declare war b) enforces laws c) interprets laws d) negotiates treaties 3) a two/thirds vote of each house of congress is required to a) impeach the u.s. president. b) approve presidential appointments. c) pass an appropriation or tax bill. d) pass a bill over the president's veto. 4) the chief purpose of congressional committees is to a) draft legislation for consideration by the full congress. b) act as a group to which the president can direct his lobbying effort. c) provide a place for lobbyists and special interest groups to get support. d) hold hearings so that bills can be evaluated and studied prior to voting. 5) after a bill has been passed by both houses of congress it a) becomes a law. b) is sent to the president. c) returns to the house of origin for verification. d) is sent to a subcommittee in the house or senate. 6) house of representatives passes a spending bill → senate debates the spending bill → senate passes the spending bill → ? what completes this sequence of events? a) the spending bill becomes a law b) the states must approve the bill c) the supreme court reviews the bill d) the president must act on the bill eliminate

What affected the second industrial revolution have on transportation

What originally inspired countries to band together in intergovernmental organizations (igos) ? (apex) a. climate change b. a period of peace c.population decline d. global conflicts