Which of the following occurred as a result of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act?

federal government could dissolve business monopolies

The incident illustrated by this cartoon increased cynicism toward the governmentbecause-

the President directed a conspiracy to mislead the nation

Which of these contributed to the ratification of the 18th amendment?

the growing political influence of women

What was the primary purpose of the program being promoted by this poster?

increase the food supply during a farm labor shortage

What was the result of the atomic bombs dropped in Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

WWII ended with Japan surrendering to the Allies

How did geographic features affect New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina?

storm waters flooded the city after several levees broke

The primary reason given to justify involvement in Vietnam was that it would

keep Communism from spreading throughout the region

19th century nativist organizations advocated-

creating a homogenous society by limiting immigration

The Congression Union for Woman Suffrage and the National Woman's Party led to-

ratification of the 19th amendment

How did Upton Sinclair's The Jungle change the relationship between government and business?

government inspection of food products were implemented

The government issued ration books during WWII in order to-

ensure the fair distribution of scarce goods

What does President Clinton's impeachment trial reflect about modern US politics?

politicians face greater scrutiny of their personal lives

Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?

an extended period of economics depression

During the 1920's, Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan were identified with-

conflict between modernism and traditionalism

How did press coverage of events in Vietnam affect the US?

reporting of setbacks led to public disillusionment with war

Which of the following was a major contribution of the Harlem Renaissance to the US culture?

established jazz as a prominent musical form

Which is correct about the economic impact of the Spanish-American War?

acquisition of territories allowed for expansion of trade

President Franklin D. Roosevelt sought to reassure the American public during tough times by-

delivering series of evening radio speeches - fireside chats

How did the Zimmerman telegram influence US entry into World War I?

it revealed a proposed alliance between Germany and Mexico

What statement best describes a major impact Bill Gates has had on U.S.business & technology?

started the company that provides operating software for PCs

What group investigated the political ideology of people in the government and film industry?

The House Un-American Activites Committee

The introduction of vaccines to the US helped-

limit the spread of infectious diseases

The skill and courage of the Tuskegee Airmen served to-

decrease opposition to integrating the armed forces

The creation of initiative, referendum and recallduring the Progressive Era resulted in-

expansion of citizens' partcipation in democratic process

How were Navajo words used during WWII?

as a secret code for communicating battle plans

How did President Carter attempt to end hostilities between Arab and Israeli forces?

negotiated a peace treaty known as the Camp David Accords

The Roaring Twenties were characterized by-

installment plans, Prohibition, flappers

How did the military innovation shown in this photograph affect the course of World War I?

helped break the stalemate of trench warfare

How did President Truman's decision to drop the atomic bomb affect international relations?

it initiated the arms race with the Soviet Union

Which pull factor contributed to the Great Migration?

economic opportunities in industrialized cities

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1
Which of the following occurred as a result of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act?
workers secured a greater share of company profits
influence of labor unions on factory owners reduced
federal government could dissolve business monopolies
it required businesses to pay fees to open overseas locales
2
The incident illustrated by this cartoon increased cynicism toward the governmentbecause-
the President directed a conspiracy to mislead the nation
the press secretary failed to keep the public informed
Congress failed to enforce protection of privacy rights
the Supreme Court overruled statutes on confidentiality
3
Which of these contributed to the ratification of the 18th amendment?
politicians campaigning for education reform
growing number of workers organizing into labor unions
the growing political influence of women
veterans protesting to obtain benefits
4
What was the primary purpose of the program being promoted by this poster?
reduce health problems of working women
promote the purchase of organically grown produce
encourage women to join the workforce
increase the food supply during a farm labor shortage
5
What was the result of the atomic bombs dropped in Hiroshima and Nagasaki?
Soviet Union invades Japan
US initiated the Marshall Plan to rebuild Japan
WWII ended with Japan surrendering to the Allies
Germany surrendered to the allies
6
How did geographic features affect New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina?
storm waters flooded the city after several levees broke
tornadoes gained momentum in open land areas
mud slides trapped residents in the city
storm surges caused a major shift in tectonic plates
7
The primary reason given to justify involvement in Vietnam was that it would
keep Communism from spreading throughout the region
promote reconstruction after WWII
fulfill prior UN obligations
maintain the policy of detente
8
19th century nativist organizations advocated-
globalizing the economy through free trade agreements
creating a homogenous society by limiting immigration
conserving natural resources through national parks
limiting military power
9
Senator Joseph McCarthy is best known for his involvement in-
the war effort of the 1940s
the political scandals of the 1970s
the Red Scare of the 1950s
the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s
10
Which of these resulted from the prohibition of alcohol during the 1920's?
decline in immigration
expansion of the consumer economy
growing fear of Communism
rise in organized crime
11
The Congression Union for Woman Suffrage and the National Woman's Party led to-
outlawing of child labor
elimination of poll taxes
repeal of the 18th amendment
ratification of the 19th amendment
12
How did Upton Sinclair's The Jungle change the relationship between government and business?
congress regulated the railroad industry
government inspection of food products were implemented
laws were passed to ban discrimination in hiring
troops were mobilized to break strikes by labor unions
13
The government issued ration books during WWII in order to-
allow consumers to buy imported goods
ensure the fair distribution of scarce goods
provide financial security for uninsured citizens
safeguard the profits of struggling businesses
14
What does President Clinton's impeachment trial reflect about modern US politics?
politicians face greater scrutiny of their personal lives
Campaign finances are monitored by a regulatory agency
media focuses on policy more than actions of officials
Congress investigates judicial nominees thoroughly
15
Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?
sharp increase in the power given to state governments
adoption of an interventionist foreign policy
formation of a national Civil Rights movement
an extended period of economics depression
16
During the 1920's, Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan were identified with-
decline of public support for Progressive reforms
development of new forms of popular entertainment
conflict between modernism and traditionalism
increased the use of credit by US consumers
17
During the Gilded Age there was a notable increase in federal support for-
increased temperance regulations
acquisition of foreign territories
growth of big business
involvement in foreign wars
18
How did press coverage of events in Vietnam affect the US?
led to overwhelming international support of US actions
reporting of setbacks led to public disillusionment with war
press conferences led to a decline in partisan poltiics
footage increased Congressional support for the war
19
"The power I exert on the Court depends on my arguments not on my gender" - said who?
Rosa Parks
Sally Ride
Sandra Day O'Connor
Dolores Huerta
20
Which of the following was a major contribution of the Harlem Renaissance to the US culture?
focused attention on the antiwar literary genre
increased popularity of vaudeville stage performers
established jazz as a prominent musical form
brought the most significant beat poets together
21
Which is correct about the economic impact of the Spanish-American War?
acquisition of territories allowed for expansion of trade
territorial losses cost the US natural resources
rebuilding the devestated army cost the US billions
oil industry boomed
22
President Franklin D. Roosevelt sought to reassure the American public during tough times by-
publishing a weekly news editorial
delivering series of evening radio speeches - fireside chats
making short appearances in Hollywood films
holding weekly town-hall meetings with average citizens
23
How did the Zimmerman telegram influence US entry into World War I?
contained orders for German U-Boats to destroy shipping
described Romania's plan to abandon neutrality
It announced the Czar's overthrow in Russia
it revealed a proposed alliance between Germany and Mexico
24
What statement best describes a major impact Bill Gates has had on U.S.business & technology?
designed the heat-shield technology for the space shuttles
created an online store that changed how we purchase goods
started the company that provides operating software for PCs
set up the first computer network system for the military
25
What group investigated the political ideology of people in the government and film industry?
The Senate Committee of Foreign Relations
The Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services
The House Un-American Activites Committee
The Motion Picture Association of America
26
The introduction of vaccines to the US helped-
limit the risk in consuming imported produce
limit the spread of infectious diseases
improve the hygiene of medical procedures
improve the quality of water supply
27
The skill and courage of the Tuskegee Airmen served to-
decrease opposition to integrating the armed forces
encourage immigrant enlistment in the army
increase the number of women in the military
give the US an advantage in military encryption
28
The creation of initiative, referendum and recallduring the Progressive Era resulted in-
expansion of citizens' partcipation in democratic process
separate schools for new immigrants
more sources of revenue for state governments
redistribution of the tax burden among citizens
29
How were Navajo words used during WWII?
as a language of diplomacy for exchanges with enemy forces
as signal words for Allied spies posing as civilians
as a secret code for communicating battle plans
as propaganda to improve morale among Allied soldiers
30
How did President Carter attempt to end hostilities between Arab and Israeli forces?
negotiated a peace treaty known as the Camp David Accords
ordered a boycott of the Olympics in Moscow
deployed US troops to defeat Palestinian forces
severed diplomatic ties with Syria
31
The Roaring Twenties were characterized by-
installment plans, Prohibition, flappers
internment camps, rationing of goods, atomic bomb
bank failures, New Deal, bread lines
brinkmanship, McCarthyism, Containment
32
How did the military innovation shown in this photograph affect the course of World War I?
made communication with officers on the front lines easier
helped transport large numbers of troops to the battlefield
helped break the stalemate of trench warfare
made the use of land mines obsolete
33
How did President Truman's decision to drop the atomic bomb affect international relations?
it enabled the UN to administer territory in Japan
it created the first global peacekeeping force
it prompted other nations to investigate war crimes
it initiated the arms race with the Soviet Union
34
Which pull factor contributed to the Great Migration?
lower cost of living in urban areas
economic opportunities in industrialized cities
availability of land grants for homesteaders
better soil conditions in previously uncultivated areas

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