A farmer works in a close-knit community growing food for his family. He is deeply religious and surrounds himself with neighbors who share his intense
convictions. In fact, he refuses to even associate with those who do not
follow his faith. Since he owns land, he is also allowed to vote during
assembly meetings to voice his opinion on political issues facing his
community. This farmer exhibits traits that would be most common in which
of the following colonies?
A. Virginia
B. South Carolina
C. Massachusetts
D. Pennsylvania

by 1890, the united states had by far the world's most productive economy. american industry produced twice as much as its closest competitor--britain. but the united states was not a great military or diplomatic power. its army numbered less than 30,000 troops, and its navy had only about 10,000 seamen. britain's army was five times the size of its american counterpart, and its navy was ten times bigger. the united states' military was small because the country was situated between two large oceans and was surrounded by weak or friendly nations. it faced no serious military threats and had little interest in asserting military power overseas.

representative government

explanation:

american revolution: major events leading to declaration of independence. 1765-1766; tax introduced on legal documents to pay for defense of colonies. 1766: stamp act repealed after merchants protesting due to their goods not being bout and officials being threatened.

the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation.