Which of the following statements is true regarding the civil service system which existed during the ming dynasty? a. government positions were given to those with the most money. b. government positions were assigned by using a lottery system. c. government positions were inherited from family members. d. government positions were given to people who passed rigorous tests.

Where do most people in arabia and iraq live? a. in the fertile crescent b. in the rub, al-khali c. in cities d. in and around mecca

What is another name for the spanish navy in 1588? a) spanish royal fleet b) spanish armada c) spanish yacht crew d) spanish tall ships

In the spring of 1989, thousands of protesters gathered in tiananmen square in beijing, china. they rallied around a plaster statue that resembled the statue of liberty which they called “the goddess of democracy.” these protestors were seeking a) united states assistance in gaining better health care. b) economic reforms which would allow more chinese exports. c) the boycott of the future olympic games scheduled for beijing. d) political reforms to allow more freedom of speech and political representation.