Period a is known as
a.
history
b.
prehistory
c.
post history

the tariff was created to protect industry in the northern part of the united states. industries in the north were being driven out of business by imported goods that were priced at a low rate. the goal was to protect these industries   by taxing the goods.

1.a)britain

2.b)spain

3.c)french

4.d)portugal

explanation:

the government closely monitored its finances to avoid another financial collapse.