Which of the following statements, associated with Napoleon's invasion of Russia, is true?
a. The Russian army was an able military force in repulsing the French invasion.
b. French forces were especially equipped to survive the Russian winter.
c. The Russian czar was captured in St. Petersburg.
d. Many of the Russians joined the French in overthrowing the Russian monarchy.
e. As a result of both climate and Russian actions, the French had nothing to claim as a prize after entering Moscow.
Question 2
The first South American country to declare its independence from Spain was
a. Venezuela.
b. Bolivia.
c. Mexico.
d. Haiti.
e. Peru.
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