I would say B.
as Imperialism during the industrialization era allowed for nations to colonize under developed nations in Africa and Asia. Which gave them access to their natural resources and markets
For example the British Empire had a vast amount of land with a array of resources but they held economical markets in Asia (China, India and Malaysia)
The act mandates that most positions within the federal government should be awarded on the basis of merit instead of political patronage. ... The Pendleton Civil Service Act provided for the selection of some government employees by competitive exams, rather than ties to politicians or political affiliation.
Answer: Saul and David were both anointed as kings by the prophet Samuel. God clearly chose them both, and both had great military successes. However Saul’s life and that of his 3 sons ended in disaster and rejection by God. David became the father of a dynasty that sat for centuries on the throne of Judah, and was eventually replaced for ever by the eternal throne of his descendant Jesus Christ.
Explanation:
The Lusitania. It was torpedoed without any warning off the south coast of Ireland. 1,198 out of the 1,959 passengers/crew drowned.
Answer:
Their mission was to explore the unknown territory, establish trade with the Natives and affirm the sovereignty of the United States in the region.