The states still had the freedom to create their own laws and have their own constitutions (as long as they don't go against by the Constitution). The states have reserved powers.
The rights of the individuals are respected mainly by being listed in the constitution's first ten amendments, or Bill of Rights.
True. By that time reconstruction was going really well
The romans helped the persian empire.
The increase of technology used during the construction of the railroads and factories is considered the second Industrial Revolution. This is because of the many inventions and help of transportation use. Hope this helps.