Answer:
D. People with firm convictions are willing to take risks.
Explanation:
I believe what you're looking for is The Great Depression
Answer:
C. to increase support for the independence movement
Explanation:
On March 23, 1773, during the Virginia convention, Patrick Henry said this famous speech. It is one of the most transcendent moments of the American Revolution. It helped convince many undecided delegates of the urge of sending Virginian troops to support the revolution.
It is unclear if the line was exactly like that, but the meaning is clear. Faced with the option of fighting for independence or remaining loyal to the crown, Henry favors the path of war even with the risk of being killed.
A - I don't think so. Meditation is necessary to achieve harmony with ourselves and/or the Universe (may be understood as God itself), but it's not crucial part of monotheism.
B - May be, but it's not always like that. Like in Christianity - there's a supreme god, but he doesn't fight against evil. Indeed he can get angry and punish people for the evil they make (the Great Flood is the greatest symbol of that)
C - It's common for nearly all religions as it helps keep people's faith under control, but still I don't think it's crucial for monotheism
D - Definitely yes - if there's one god, people should live in peace with him and do everything they can to make him happy.
So I'd rather pick only one answer - D.
B) Woodrow Wilson promised no war and then lead the country through WWi