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    Short-Answer Questions: 1. The strength of the British empire in North America was due in large part to the religious toleration and freedom established there. This liberation from persecution in many colonies was the deciding factor for many immigrants as they wanted to escape from the Anglican church in England. Also, mercantilism in the British American colonies helped to create economic diversity and success by creating a higher demand for colonial products. In addition, with the labor of…

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    dissent against the ruling forces in France at the time helped set up much of the background for one of his most famous works, Candide. His ability to relate his disdain of the institution to prior major events such as the Lisbon earthquake and Seven Years War made this such a moving piece to read. Voltaire’s Candide is a great, personal, satirical telling of many significant and historic events that took place in Europe during the enlightenment period. During the first few chapters of Candide,…

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    end after the Seven Years’ War (French & Indian War)? Salutary neglect is a historical term that refers to the 17th & 18th century when Britain avoided strict enforcement of parliamentary laws. These laws were meant to keep American colonies obedient to England but with the lack of enforcing these laws, they did the opposite. Salutary neglect of the 13 colonies ended after the Seven Years’ War due to the massive debt owed. Despite the victory, the British were left with a colossal war debt…

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    for Period 3 The Seven Years War greatly influenced the American colonies and marked a turning point for American relations with Great Britain. From the period before the war started to the period after the war ended, there were many changes and continuities. Due to the period of salutary neglect prior to the Seven Years War, the tightening of Britain’s economical mandate caused the American colonists oppression and anger, ultimately uniting them. Even though the Sevens Years Wars caused many…

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    mother. After a few months, Gladys became severely depressed and in January 1935 she lost it. This tragic episode resulted in her being taken to Norwalk State Hospital of Mental Diseases, where she was hospitalized for the rest of her life. At nine years old, Marilyn was put back in foster care where she was reportedly sexually assaulted multiple times by the father of the household. Marilyn’s childhood was full of abuse,…

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    way I see it. Norma Jean is the name she was born with and stayed with it for 18 years. Norma became a model after a photographer saw her working for the army building parachutes for the war. The photographer came over and asked if she would like to partake in this shoot for war advertisement. She felt awed and obliged. She loved the attention and wanted to take more photo shoots. She…

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    was considered a bubbly blonde who personified sexy innocence. Marilyn, born Norma Jean Mortenton on June 1st, 1926, had a life of unexpectancy.She started her career as a pinup model at the age of 19. Who, by then, already been married for three years. Her reason to fame wasn't necessarily that she was a model, or an actress, or even a singer, but because of her tragic flaws. Marilyn's tragic flaw was a complete and utter beautiful disaster. When she was found dead at the age of 36, it…

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    harsh childhood transferring from different foster homes while her mother was hospitalized and spent most of her life in institutions. When Norma Jeane turned 16, to avoid being sent to another foster home, she got married to James Dougherty, her 21 year old boyfriend at that time on June 19, 1942. Unfortunately, the marriage did not last long and they divorced in 1946. In 1945 Norma Jeane tried modeling and her photographs…

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    wise beyond her years. She has starred in many movies and has a few songs of her own. She was very determined as a child and had her dreams set. Growing up with her siblings, her mother by her side, and her immense determination has shaped who she is today. (“AceShowbiz”, “ScarlettJohanson.org”, “People.com”) Scarlett was born on November 22, 1984 in New York City, New York. Her mother Melanie Johansson was her manager and her father was a New York architect. When she was 13 years old her…

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    1937, a family friend and husband took her in for a few years. They go by the names of Grace and Doc Goddard. The only problem was that this family was very religious and followed fundamentalist doctrines among other prohibited activities. Monroe was very disappointed because she couldn’t go…

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