As one of the so-called Civil War Amendments, the Thirteenth Amendment served what purpose?
a. freedom of speech to all Americans
b. forgiveness for southern soldiers
c. reconciliation of northern and southern states
d. the right to vote for all citizens, including women
e. the abolishment of the institution of slavery in the United States
ANS: E
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Which of the following statements supports Carol's view that the Texas constitution is disorganized?
a. A commission was set up in 1972 to suggest revisions to the constitution. b. The current Texas constitution is the seventh constitution. c. There are several instances in the document with incompetent language usage and basic labeling inconsistencies. d. Several obsolete provisions were removed in recent years.
Which of the following types of political violence is most popularly used by non-state actors, where threatened or actual use of violence is directed particularly towards civilians, rather than military targets?
A. colonization B. revolution C. civil war D. terrorism E. guerilla warfare