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The Republican Party nominated Abraham Lincoln for the presidency in 1860 because he was a strong leader and they believed he could unite the country.

1. Social psychology is the study of how people’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others.
2. It examines how people’s emotions and behaviors are shaped by social interactions and relationships.

Harriet Tubman was born in 1820. She was born into slavery.

The Cask of Amontillado is a story about revenge. The main character, Montresor, is planning to take revenge on Fortunato because he insulted him.

The External Conflict In “To Build a Fire” is the protagonist’s battle against the cold weather. He is constantly fighting against the elements, and ultimately loses his battle.

The Boston Tea Party was a significant event in American history because it showed that the American colonists were willing to fight for their independence from Britain.

If two numbers are equal, then their product is also equal.

The Fall of Rome was a gradual process that began in the 4th century AD. The last Roman emperor was Romulus Augustus, who was overthrown by the Germanic king Odoacer in 476 AD.

I use math everyday when I am cooking. I have to measure the ingredients and convert the recipe into metric. I also use it when I am budgeting and doing my taxes.

The condition that is considered most dangerous by George and Hazel Bergeron is when their son, Harrison, is not under control. This is because he is a genius and is very strong, which makes him a threat to society.