Please help me with this history quiz?

1. Which factor guaranteed that a war between Britain and Germany would involve other nations?

A. a. the system of entangling alliances
B. b. new war technologies such as poison gas and airplanes
C. c. the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand in Sarajevo
D. d. the rise of nationalism
2. During World War II, Japanese-Americans were relocated from their homes on the West Coast of the United States to internment camps in the U.S. interior. This action indicated a widespread fear that Japanese-Americans were

A. a. a threat to national security.
B. b. members of the Communist Party.
C. c. competitors for jobs in wartime factories.
D. d. immigrating to the United States in large numbers.
3. While researching the crisis in Bosnia, you discover four recently published books on the crisis. Which of the following authors is most likely to provide you with the most credible resource?

A. A news correspondent who reported from Bosnia for two years
B. An athlete who competed in the Olympics held in Sarajevo, Bosnia
C. A tourist who spent a vacation in Bosnia
D. The local television news anchorperson who reports the news daily at 6 and 11pm
4. Which of the following would least likely be part of a persuasive argument defending a position on an issue?

A. Providing data in support of the position
B. Sequencing the argument in a logical manner
C. Giving the opinions from secondhand sources
D. Presenting quotes from people involved in the issue
5. A school superintendent believes that physical education (PE) classes improve student academic performance. This thesis could be supported or refuted by

A. a. data from schools on the cost of PE equipment.
B. b. data from a survey of student opinions about PE classes.
C. c. data comparing student physical fitness before and after PE.
D. d. data comparing student test scores in schools with and without PE.
6. Which of the following statements most accurately describes the main reason for the African-American migration of the 1920s?

A. The migration went from south to north to take advantage of the north?s climate
B. The migration went from south to north because of job opportunities in the north
C. The migration went from north to south to take advantage of the south?s climate
D. The migration went from north to south because of job opportunities in the south
7. The United States? Marshall Plan following World War II was an effort to provide

A. military aid to its allies.
B. military aid to its former enemies.
C. economic aid to war-torn Europe.
D. economic aid to starving people in Africa.
8. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain in the 18th century as a result of technological innovations in the production of cotton cloth. Which major change in the economies of Europe and the United States was set in motion by this development?

A. a. an increasing portion of the work force engaged in manufacturing
B. b. labor shortages resulting from a decreasing population
C. c. a shift from free market systems to command economies
D. d. a decreasing need for international trade agreements
9. Which of the following was not an effect of the Industrial Revolution?

A. a. An increasing number of people worked in factories
B. b. An increasing number of people lived in cities
C. c. An increasing number of people worked on family farms
D. d. An increasing number of people left the family farms
10. In 1898, U.S. support for Cuban independence led to war with Spain and contributed to the United States becoming an imperial power. What was a decisive factor in the decision to go to war?

A. a. the opportunity to annex Hawaii
B. b. the desire to acquire a naval base
C. c. the protection of U.S. commerce and trade
D. d. the need for a shorter route from the Atlantic to the Pacific
11. As World War II was nearing an end and it was clear that the Allies would be victorious, relations between the United States and the Soviet Union could be described as

A. never better as the two nations agreed on postwar issues.
B. good as both Harry Truman and Joseph Stalin trusted each other.
C. becoming increasingly suspicious of each other?s motives.
D. on the brink of going to war against each other.
12. Which of the following groups was instrumental in attempting to help African-Americans achieve equal status under the law?

A. Black Panthers
B. b. National Organization for Women (NOW)
C. c. Students for a Democratic Society (SDS)
D. d. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
13. The international organization created to preserve the peace after World War II was the

A. League of Nations.
B. United Nations.
C. Organization of American States.
D. North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
14. During the Industrial Revo

Developing physical ability for RM Commandos?

Hey – I’m 15 and am currently looking at joining the marines when I’m 18 (but signing-up at 17 to avoid waiting times when I leave college).

I was just wondering: though anyone, within reason, can acquire the fitness for the RM, is there a way to develop oneself for the challenge at hand. For example, I am a keen runner; I run trails, roads, sand dunes, beach – basically anywhere possible – and will often push myself beyond normal limits. Also, when I go hiking with a fell walking club, I’d rather stay with the front group on a big walk and risk passing-out near the end, than enjoy a quiet stroll through the village of Hawkshead with the Beginners’ Group. I believe I have the commando state of mind due to this, and the fact I like a challenge and believe in a lot of the cliche quotes to do with pain and success etc etc.

However, my one struggle is upper-body strength. I swim 2-3 times a week for more than an hour, I do push-ups and tricep dips when I do circuits, but I have never been able to get over a high wall without support and a lot of general faffing. Whether the excuse of being 6ft2 and having ‘longer levers, making it harder’ is viable or not, taller men have passed training so it shouldn’t stop me.

Is there ANY way I can prepare for activities like the obstacle course, rope climb and Tarzan course?

Many thanks.

NROTC essay help for revision?

Marine Officer Essay
What makes a truly good leader?
A truly good leader needs to be Honest. Honesty is one of the vital parts of being a leader- it symbolizes trust, and overall- Respect.
A leader always needs to be competent. For one to be competent, you need the necessary ability, and attitude, to accomplish a task strongly and successfully.
Leaders need to be inspiring to their followers, or peers. In other words, they must form a bond, or set an example.
When being a leader, one also must be intelligent. To be intelligent, you need to be able to make good decisions, and carry them out faithfully, and carefully.
The last but certainly not least characteristic is to be forward-looking. To have this, a person needs to be able to plan ahead of time, and always be aware of all possibilities. Presenters, business people, and representatives show these characteristics.
One type person that truly sticks out of this group is The United States Marine Officer. They are all of these things and more. They obtain the highest degree of honor, courage, and commitment, and physical fitness.
For Marines, honor means being held to the highest standards, ethically and morally. Respect for others is essential. Marines are expected to act responsibly, and in a mature and dependable manner (MarineOfficer.com).
Courage is not the absence of fear. It is the ability to face fear and overcome it. It is the mental, moral and physical strength ingrained in every Marine. It steadies them in times of stress, carries them through every challenge and aids them in facing new and unknown confrontations (MarineOfficer.com).
Commitment is the spirit of determination and dedication found in every Marine. It is what compels them to serve our country and the Marine Corps. Every aspect of life in the Marine Corps shows commitment, from the high standard of excellence to vigilance in training (MarineOfficer.com).
Why I want to Become a Marine Officer
These reasons and more are the reasons for my applying for this position. There are many more. But In order to comprehend my reasoning for wanting this position, you must understand my past. In the year of 1997, I was adopted from the poor Russian town of Kovrov. And when I was adopted from that town, I was brought to the Promise Land for numerous immigrants, The United States Of America. I am one of the very few people who truly realize what it truly means to be free. I have continuously believed that I am in great debt to my country. I was once told of a gentleman on the plane that I began my long journey home on. That gentleman told my mother “he doesn’t realize it– but he has just won the lottery”. To this day that quote is thought about, and always will be recalled. Even though this is a great reasoning- there is much more to it than just that.
Another important reason for applying for this position is to bring honor to me, my family, and my country. My Great Uncle, Jim Giess, was an Enlisted United States Marine. To this very day he takes very much pride in his service in Korea, and I wish to feel that life-long pride, and feeling of accomplishment. My grandfather served in the United States Army in World War II, and my grandmother is so proud to say her husband survived an enormous catastrophe- he was stationed in Hawaii and Germany during the war.
Alongside all of this- I believe that obtaining the position of a United States Marine Officer will make me a better, more well-balanced person- inside and out. I feel I am capable of accomplishing more great tasks in the future, near and far, just as the two gentlemen mentioned above surely did, by taking this contenting and meaningful, life-long path. I believe I’m doing this to better myself, my distinct personality, and country, all in one.
What I have to offer
I myself hope to offer my leadership abilities, my hard-earned responsibility, care, and perhaps my well-balanced life, to the Marine Corps. I also feel my responsibility skill level, and overall perseverance based attitude, will make me a good, well-managed asset in the United States Marine Corps. I am what many people commonly referred as a quiet, yet powerful leader. For instance, I lead by setting example. I set an example as an out standing citizen, student, and person of character, by taking every study group opportunity available to me, any chance I get I take advantage of. In school or any other place, in hopes my peers will follow my distinct path of purpose. I am very outgoing, and willing to step forward for my fellow man, whenever the time is necessary.
How I use these skills
I have used these skills multiple times every day; it truly shows in my academics. In grade school I always took the time to make sure of myself and of my decisions- always took the opportunity to learn and blossom my acquirement to accept new challenges that were placed in from of me. I always intended to associate myself in extra curricular activities such as track and

Lack of motivational skills–esp. to lose weight? Help?

I am 16 years old and on a fairly strict diet/exercise regimen. It’s been working; I’ve lost 4 lbs. already in under 2 weeks, but I’m starting to find it harder and harder to motivate myself to get up and do the exercise, even though it’s not very difficult work. I really, really want to be thinner; I’m not very heavy but I’m a good deal heavier than most girls I know (admittedly I live in a really rich town with snobs…) and I am transferring schools most likely next fall and I want to be thin and in shape in case I find anyone special, and just to generally make a good impression.
The thing is, I’ve always had a lack of motivational skills. Not to boast, but I’m pretty smart; I’ve won various achievements and awards pertaining to academics and got into 3 honors courses in freshman year (though the school I’m at now doesn’t offer honors courses), but I didn’t work hard at all to get there… I pretty much half-as*ed everything I did, knowing I would be fine; and if it was something important or big I’d wait until the very last minute to do it. I don’t do chores at my house really, except for on occasion… Even with my health I’m lazy (besides the whole fitness thing)…I have good hygiene, but when it comes to doing physical treatments for my respiratory disorder (Cystic Fibrosis) I’ve always had a habit of waiting until my parents are practically red in the face yelling at me to do them.
Do you have any advice??? I’m already in therapy… I have bipolar II disorder, OCD, and anxiety disorder, if that helps. But I really need to pick it up with doing my exercises and all. Any inspirational advice or quotes would be great… Please help. Thank you!!

I love Wenger. He is so under rated. He introduced many of the preprations before games we all see today?

bought some world class talent to our league, introduced all this fitness stuff, does mircles with little money (placing higher then Spurs, LFC and City who all spent more) and brings out the best in young unheard of talent. Question is who agrees or disagrees?

Lets celebrate him with some of my favourite quotes. please feel free to add to them.

Did he dive for that penalty? “I erm didnt see it”
Was it a sending off? “I err didnt see it”
was your second goal offside? “I erm didnt see it, very far away”
Was the ref right to show them a second yellow or did cesc play act a little? “Im tired of this! people accusing my team! the opposition was over physical today and kicked my players too much….” so cesc didnt over-react? “I erm didnt see it”
who threw the pizza at fergie? “I erm didnt see it”

I love Wenger even though he is clearly too tight fisted to buy anyone over 15million or some glasses.
But he should of went to spec savers for that 2 for one! Lets round up some money for him to get some
quality answer MJ haha. I really do respect Wenger, just a little friendly ribbing ;op