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Post WWII and the Cold War
Post WWII and the Cold War
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1
How did the opening of military bases mostly affect South Carolina?
Made people feel safe
Resulted in terrorist attacks
Stimulated the economy
Wasted federal money
2
In the years after WWII the U.S. engaged in a Cold War with what country?
China
France
Germany
Soviet Union
3
Which is NOT one of the most visited vacation spots in South Carolina?
Greenville
Charleston
Hilton Head
Myrtle Beach
4
Taking vacations and visiting places of interest is called what?
Tourism
Hunting
Agriculture
Depression
5
SC is an attractive place to retire because of the:
Climate and cheaper place to live
Better old folks homes
Social security benefits for senior citizens
Discounts at the movies
6
SC's effort to reform education through accountability is stated in the:
Education Improvement Act
Social Security Act
National Recovery Act
Public Works Association
7
What facility was built to provide weapons grade plutonium for the US nuclear arsenal?
Cooper River Project
Fort Jackson
Springs Industries
Savannah River Plant
8
Why did many people move from the rural areas of the state to more urban areas in the north?
Better education
More tourist attractions
Better job opportunities
Better music
9
Which was NOT something established by the GI Bill?
A pay raise for those wounded in the war
Grant money for education
Veteran hospitals
Low cost mortgages
10
Hostility between countries characterized by threats and difference of opinion is known as:
Silent War
Cold War
Hot War
World War III
11
College that educates and trains work forces to meet industry specifications is a:
Clown College
Community College
Law School
Technical College
12
What provided many benefits to veterans of World War II?
War Bonds
Ration Books
GI Bill
Freedmen's Bureau
13
What event brought an end to the Great Depression?
Reconstruction
World War I
World War II
Harlem Renaissance
14
Time period after WWII when a record number of babies were born in the US was called:
Cold War Babies
Post War Babies
Baby Boom
Baby Factory
15
SC Tourist industry increased by the availability of:
Trains and Airplanes
Horses and Carriages
Highways and Automobiles
Motorcycles and Toll Booths