Answer: An abundance of natural resources
Further detail:
The Industrial Revolution had its beginning in Great Britain, and eventually spread from there. Once the United States became involved, especially in the "Second Industrial Revolution" years (1870-1914), the size and resources of the country allowed the US to become a bigger industrial power than the nations of Europe.
Many conservatives suggest passing a law or even a Constitutional amendment requiring the government to balance its budget. Running a deficit, therefore, would be deemed unconstitutional. Enacting a law like this would also ensure that a balanced budget is presented to Congress and that any excess spending is capped.
1. exploitation of foreign regions for natural resources
2. promotion of white superiority
3. the spread of English language in South Asia (although European Imperialism was mentioned in the question and not British)
Answer: The Code of Hammurabi is a law of ancient Mesopotamia.
Explanation:
In Hammurabi's code, the death of a nobleman used to be punished by death, but the death of a woman only compensated for paying her husband or father.
If a person cannot pay his debts the family would be sold to work as labor. Women were considered useless and she used to be sold for slavery.