Most towns were initially established at locations with
(a) an excellent harbor and river stretching into the hinterland.
(b) an excellent harbor and flat land so roads could be easily built into the hinterlands.
(c) in mountainous areas which provided better protection against Indians.
(d) extensive forests to provide fuel and lumber.
Question 2
During the postbellum period of U.S. history,
(a) the U.S. balance of payments experienced a deficit throughout the entire period.
(b) manufacturing exports became the top foreign exchange earner.
(c) cotton exports continued to be the top foreign exchange earner.
(d) the U.S. never borrowed from foreigners.