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STAAR Review Quiz
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1
The Civilian Conservation Corps created this outcome in the 1930's?
State governments could no longer control their budgets.
The Federal Govt created jobs for U.S. citizens during the Great Depression
The Goverment let the citizens work together to combat poverty
The whole of the U.S. began saving on paper and other materials
2
President Franklin D. Roosevelt proposed an increase in the number of Supreme Court justicesbecause they ruled against
The gold standard
Some New Deal programs
Internment camps
Some rationing programs
3
What was one effect of rock and roll music on U.S. society during the 1950s?
Music stores sold fewer musical instruments
People were exposed to more diverse musical styles
Many religious groups actively supported the new musical culture
Fewer musicians gave live musical performances
4
Which statement describes how the Transcontinental Railroad affected the United States during the late 1800s?
The railroad led to the rapid settlement and growth of towns in the West.
The railroad led to population growth and increased n the East.
The railroad prompted Congress to buy land and create national parks.
The railroad caused a rapid decline in agriculture and mining in the West.
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What was one way the decision described in this passage affected the U.S. in the early twentieth century (1900)?
Minorities were not allowed to attend schools with whites.
Minorities were not allowed to join the military.
Poll taxes in federal elections were ruled unconstitutional.
Affirmative action programs were ruled unconstitutional.
6
How did Betty Friedan’s book The Feminine Mystique affect the lives of everyday Americans?
By focusing attention on a widespread environmental problem
By inspiring women in the 1960s to question their traditional social roles
By adressing racial discrimination in government hiring practices
By advocating for passage of consumer safety laws during the 1970s
7
The GI Bill of the 1950s helped military vetrans through different Government aid prgrams
True
False
8
What was the purpose of the Pure Food and Drugs Act of 1906?
To reduce production costs for food and drug manufacturers
To prevent shortages by regulating the supply of food and drugs
To lower the cost of essential foods and drugs for consumers
To protect consumers by regulating the food and drug industry
9
What effect did the sinking of the Lusitania have on World War I?
U.S. public opinion shifted against Germany.
U.S. leaders proposed a military alliance with Germany.
Germany joined the Central Powers.
Germany refused to join the League of Nations
10
Which question is associated with the passage of the Espionage and Sedition Acts duringWorld War I?
Should industries be allowed to prohibit workers from joining unions?
Can the government limit the constitutional rights of citizens during war?
At what age should citizens be required to enlist in to the military?
Can the government require citizens to purchase war bonds?
11
Which statement describes one of the MOST important reasons why the United States annexed the Kingdom of Hawaii?
The local residents needed help to prevent the spread of poverty
The residents needed help to prevent the spread of poverty and disease.
The location was very valuable to both military and business leaders.
Local rulers asked for financial aid to rebuild after a natural disaster.
12
Why were people like those shown in this image hopeful about their future?
There were many jobs and business opportunities in America.
The U.S. social security system provided financial and medical benefits.
American cities had large and comfortable tenement apartment buildings.
Nativism and Social Darwinism were expanding in American cities.