19. Give an account of the “Virginius affair.”
20. In what war were the following battles fought? What were the opposing forces? Which side won? a. Ticonderoga. b. Monterey. c. Saratoga. d. Stony Point. e. Spottsylvania. f. Lundy’s Lane.
21. By what authority could Lincoln proclaim the emancipation of the slaves? What states were immediately affected by the Emancipation Proclamation? How was emancipation legally completed later?
22. How may the Constitution of the United States be amended? Name two important constitutional amendments.
23. Name three offices in the cabinet of the President of the United States, and state the chief duties that belong to each.
24. Explain as briefly as possible how a minority of actual votes might defeat a majority at a presidential election.
25. Define Electoral College; Spoils System; Primary; Supreme Court.
1. Into what general periods is the history of Egypt divided? What did Egypt contribute to Greek civilization?
2. Name one of the great kings of Assyria. Mention two important facts concerning the city of Nineveh.
3. Mention the principal events of the reign of Darius I., and the most noteworthy feature of his government. Of what nation was he ruler?