Which statement describes a legal means used by the companies that built the transcontinental railroad to finance railroad construction? a. they sold stock in their companies to the public. b. they awarded construction contracts to their own companies. c. they filed false claims for government reimbursement. d. they solicited donations from towns along the rail line

According to darwin’s theory of evolution, how are the finches that live on the galapagos islands similar to members of a family tree? all of the finches share similar traits. all of the finches share common ancestors. all of the finches are able to reproduce. all of the finches are adapted to survive the same conditions.

15 points to the "charlemagne" section, what were the two policies that charlemagne implemented when he took the throne? what was the result of the policies and how did it impact his warriors?

Which statements describe how reformers fought for social change in the progressive era? check all that apply. 1. they founded a state university to promote industrialization. 2. they began a civil rights movement to promote equality between races. 3. they made it legal to manufacture and sell alcohol. 4. they built thousands of new schools and required attendance. 5. they promoted abstinence from alcohol and supported prohibition.