The increase in the trade of silver during the period between 1550 and 1800 is due to the fact that silver was started to be used as a standard currency for trade purposes. Even though it was not considered as "legal tender", as it would later be used for this purpose with the introduction "Bimetallism" in the 19th century, it was widely adopted as a tool for trade among the civilizations that existed at the time.
I believe your answer would be B. failed to pass congress because in 1872 they ruled it unconstitutional until after sumner died they passed it finally in 1875
Federal Government regulates the interstate commerce. It refers to the procurement or sale of any merchandise within the states or in between the states is regulated by the states government.
Federal Government is declared to regulate the interstates commerce and trade as specified in the constitution. Interstate trade was controlled by Interstate commerce commission which organized interstate trucking, Shipments and transportation of goods through freeways.
Later, this control is transferred to the Federal Department called Transportation Department after the Sherman Act.
He was able to use this drive to let him have the power over France. It was just like when the Church used religion to make citizens follow their orders and justify their actions.
\Napoleon used the Napoleonic Code, his creation, to unite the people and overthrow the monarchy in France. They finally felt that they have liberty, fraternity, and equality on their hands. He was able to stir the feelings of Nationalism. In addition to this, he also made several successful battles during the French Revolution. The unity of the people made them become a strong force in Europe. Napoleon was a symbol of Nationalism which eventually supported him to have the power.