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BRWH

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What role did newspapers play in American politics during the mid- and late 1790s?
 
  A) They declined in circulation and became mainly the means for the elite to communicate among themselves.
  B) They expanded in number and circulation and through their carefully reasoned articles and editorials helped to raise the quality of public discussion.
  C) They declined dramatically in influence because both Republicans and Federalists turned against their incessant fear-mongering and character assassination.
  D) They expanded in circulation but declined in influence because their focus tended to be on local society news and the latest entertainment gossip.
  E) They expanded in number and circulation through fear mongering and character assassination, and were often libelous and irresponsible.

Question 2

Which of the following statements concerning the Battle of Fallen Timbers is not true?
 
  A) Tecumseh commanded the Shawnee Indians in the battle.
  B) General Mad Anthony Wayne commanded the American forces in the battle.
  C) Indian morale plummeted after the battle.
  D) Great Britain refused to help the Indians in the battle.
  E) American forces routed the Shawnee.



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Answer to Question 1

E

Answer to Question 2

A



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