In 2011, was the number one seller of arms abroad for the nineteenth straight year.

What was the purpose for "checks and balances" in the government? it made possible a system of accountability. it would control the national bank. it would the states to work together to solve national problems.

What is one way the spanish war of independence encouraged those in the colonies to seek new political and economic rights? colonies took advantage of spain’s weakened ability to prevent rebellion. the disruptions caused by the war encouraged colonial merchants to seek markets in the pacific. the exposure to french ideas through the war convinced many in spain to provide these liberties to the colonies. the war with france made spain tighten their political and economic hold on the colonies in desperation.

How well does america today live up to the ideals of the declaration of independence?