German secular songs are referred to as __________

Which of the following was one of James Reese Europe's achievements?

a. He led the first black band to be granted a recording contract. b. He helped revise the copyright laws in 1909. c. He introduced the "Ragtime Tango" into popular music. d. He spearheaded efforts to replace cylinders with discs.

What was the purpose of the stele upon which is inscribed the Law Code of Hammurabi?

A. to commemorate a great military victory B. to celebrate the ruler's sense of justice and his wisdom C. to relate a message from the gods D. to predict future events