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What was Sewards folley?
Seward's Folly refers to the purchase of Alaska from Russia in 1867 by Secretary of State William H. Seward. The purchase was criticized because it was thougth foolish to spend so much money (about 7.2 million dollars) on such a remote region.
Why did journalists callthe Alaska purchase of 1867 sewards folly?
Because Seward was secretary of the interior and promoted the purchase!
One reason Congress did not want to purchase Alaska was .?
It was called Sewards Folly because it was thought there were very few resources there.
Why was William sewards purchase of Alaska considered a bargain?
I believe that William H. Seward's decision was a good decision because he helped and did good things in Alaska and it became a source of valuable Natural Resources such as fur, timber, and minerals.
Is being skeptical helpful?
Yes, Being skeptical is helpful. Because it tells how original are you. You can't be easily persuade.
How is Ayurvedic medicine accepted?
Because Ayurveda has been outside the Western scientific system for years, research in America is just beginning. In general, allopathic medicine is skeptical of Ayurveda and reluctant to fund research.
How and when did the U.S. acquire Alaska and what is its nickname today?
In 1867 Secratory of state, William, H Seward agreed to purchase Alaska from Russia for 7.2 million. People thought he was crazy and called the land Sewards folly or sewards ice box, until gold was discovered..
A sentence with skeptical in it?
The people were skeptic about aliens and UFO's because they don't believe in them.
Why a scientist should be skeptical about this company's claim?
Because it is a corporations nature to lie.
Who is skeptical of paranormal beliefs and why?
Most people are skeptical of paranormal beliefs because there is no "rational" explanation for paranormal activity. Also, people are frightened by the idea that anything paranormal might exist.
Why were other scientists skeptical about mendeleev?
Other scientists were skeptical about Mendeleev's periodic table because it contained gaps for elements that had not yet been discovered and because it did not follow strict atomic weights as a basis for organization. Additionally, there was skepticism about his prediction of the properties of undiscovered elements.
Why should you be skeptical of some advertisements?
You should be skeptical of ALL advertisements. Even the ones that are 100% true only tell one side of the story.
