Communism is a political and economic ideology in which

classless society, all property/wealth are communally owned-not individuals

All of the following were Civil Rights Activists besides

Alabama Governor George C Wallace

Which of the following did the United States NOT experience following World War 1?

Destruction of cities from the aftermath of the war

The belief that those born in the country are better than immigrants

The foreign policy known as isolationism, adopted by the U.S. following World War I can best be described as:

Limiting itself in international affairs

How did the United States try to utilize a foreign policy of containment in Vietnam?

Goal to stop North Vietnam from conquering South, stop spread of communism

How did Senator Joseph McCarthy influence the Second Red Scare?

He publicly accused celebrities and politicians for being Communist

Political tension/conflict between nations without direct miltiary fighting

What was the nuclear age?

Beginning in 1945 with the 1st use of atomic weapons

What does it mean to be a “world power”?

A country that has significant influence in international affairs

One of the reasons for the need to ration during WWII was

The mobilization of troops and resources for war

During the 1930s, many Americans utilized bread lines because

To obtain food during the mass unemployment and poverty that existed

What was the Harlem Renaissance?

A celebration of African American culture in literature, art and music

Radio broadcasts by President FDR that kept the public informed

What was the Red Scare?

The fear of Communism in America following WWI

What was the Second Red Scare?

Fearful time when Americans were afraid the U.S. would fall to communism

During the Cold War era, a superpower was

a country that had nuclear/atomic weapon capabilities

What pro intervention argument might justify entering WWI and WWII?

the United States wanted to make the world safe for democracy.

Select the incorrect cause for the stock market crash and/or Great Depression.

Mobsters infiltrated the government

What foreign policy did the United States pursue after its involvement in World War I?

The United States limited its involvement in international affairs.

Despite mistreatment and discrimination, many African Americans

Supported and participated in WWII war efforts.

During WWII, American citizens were encouraged to ration. What does rationing mean?

Conserve resources by allotting fixed amount of resources during a shortage

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1
What was the result of the Korean War Conflict?
Victory for Communist Chinese
Conflict ended in stalemate
North Korea surrendered to South Korea
Victory for South Korea
2
Communism is a political and economic ideology in which
classless society, all property/wealth are communally owned-not individuals
People overthrow the government in order to gain power as individuals
Private industry/business exists and competition is encouraged.
The government purchases all items for its citizens.
3
Due to advancement of technology during the inter- World war period, many people saw in an increase in
Anxiety
Child labor
Leisure time
Wealth
4
All of the following were Civil Rights Activists besides
Ruby Bridges
Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.
Rosa Parks
Alabama Governor George C Wallace
5
Which of the following did the United States NOT experience following World War 1?
Destruction of cities from the aftermath of the war
An economic boom
Increased presence around the world via ports/military installations
Rising in the ranks as a world power
6
What is nativism?
The demise of the Ku Klux Klan
The belief that those born in the country are better than immigrants
White Man’s Burden
The belief that Native Americans are superior to the white man
7
What was the main cause of urban sprawl?
Electricity
Herbert Hoover
The airplane
The automobile
8
What triggering event led the United States to enter into WWII?
The attack on Pearl Harbor
Zimmerman Telegram
The assassination of President Kennedy
The Russian Revolution
9
The foreign policy known as isolationism, adopted by the U.S. following World War I can best be described as:
Paying for the rebuilding of Great Britain and France
Seizing territories from European rivals to build its empire
Leading the League of Nations to promote peace
Limiting itself in international affairs
10
How did the United States try to utilize a foreign policy of containment in Vietnam?
Goal to stop North Vietnam from conquering South, stop spread of communism
U.S. goal was to dissolve North Vietnam so the Soviet Union would surrender
U.S. goal was contain democracy and let the Soviet Union take over Vietnam
The U.S.’ goal was to defeat Vietnam so communism would no longer exist
11
Era in American history during the early 20th century, when millions were unemployed and had little money is known as
The roaring 20s
The Great Depression
The Dark Ages
The recession
12
How did Senator Joseph McCarthy influence the Second Red Scare?
He charged the public as not doing their American duty to vote
He blamed Eisenhower for allowing schools to teach political science
He attempted to overthrow the government and create a communist America.
He publicly accused celebrities and politicians for being Communist
13
What was the highly destructive item created during the nuclear age?
Flamethrower
Machine gun
Grenade
Atomic bomb
14
Women became more liberal during the 1920s. Which is NOT an example of this?
The bob
Smoking in public
The flapper dress
Jaywalking
15
What is a Cold War?
Political tension/conflict between nations that results in nuclear war
A war involving more than five countries
Political tension/conflict between nations without direct miltiary fighting
A war fought during the Winter months only
16
What was the nuclear age?
The Cold War
War between United Sates and Korea
Beginning in 1945 with the 1st use of atomic weapons
Time during WWI
17
Which war were these students most likely protesting?
WWII
Vietnam War
WWI
Korean War
18
What does it mean to be a “world power”?
A country that makes the most money
A country that has significant influence in international affairs
A country that has the strongest citizen
A country that has the most people living in it
19
One of the reasons for the need to ration during WWII was
The mobilization of troops and resources for war
Increase in obesity among American citizens
Increase in population in the United States
The destruction of American crops at the hands of the Germans
20
One reason for The Great Migration was
Neither A nor B
Both A and B
Jim Crow laws of the south
Job opportunities in the north
21
During the 1930s, many Americans utilized bread lines because
It was a way to share bread since it needed to be rationed.
It was a way to send bread to troops overseas
It allowed middle class Americans to feed the homeless.
To obtain food during the mass unemployment and poverty that existed
22
What was the Harlem Renaissance?
A celebration of African American culture in literature, art and music
A revolution in Harlem caused by the police brutality
A revival of white supremacy following the success of the KKK.
None of the above
23
Fireside chats were:
When families reflected on the day’s activities around the fireplace
Radio broadcasts by President FDR that kept the public informed
Scary stories soldiers told each other during off days in WWII
Native American folktales passed down through generations
24
What was the Red Scare?
The purchase of Alaska from Russia.
A time in American history when Red Algae killed 400 Americans in Florida
The fear of a Russian invasion in the United States
The fear of Communism in America following WWI
25
What was the Second Red Scare?
A revolt against the American gov, led by Communist revolutionaries
A time in America when the Soviet Union had invaded the United States
A low risk pandemic, resulting from the consumption of red beans.
Fearful time when Americans were afraid the U.S. would fall to communism
26
Which of the following was NOT a catalyst (cause) for the Second Red Scare
John F Kennedy
Fears of communists infiltrating the American government.
Fears of the spread of communism
Joseph McCarthy
27
A treaty can best be described as:
An agreement between nations
A fight between two world powers
Two powerful nations meeting in a neutral location
When two nations declare war on each other
28
During the Civil Rights Era, which of the following was NOT a right African Americans were fighting for?
Equal Education Rights
Non-Discriminatory Housing Rights.
Equal Voting Rights
The end of Slavery
29
During the Cold War era, a superpower was
Leader of a country that had special privileges in other countries
A leader of a country that was a totalitarian leader
a country that had nuclear/atomic weapon capabilities
any nation that was prospering economically
30
What pro intervention argument might justify entering WWI and WWII?
the United States wanted to make the world safe for democracy.
the United States wanted to make English the world’s lingua franca
the United States wanted to open markets for selling goods.
the United States wanted to support the Austrians and the Russians.
31
Select the incorrect cause for the stock market crash and/or Great Depression.
Mobsters infiltrated the government
minimal government intervention and oversight over the economy
Stock market speculation
Companies lying about their overall worth
32
During the Cold War, ___________ was Democratic while _______________ was Communist.
United States, USSR
USSR, United States
China, USSR
United States, Japan
33
During the period following WWI, intolerance, stereotypes, and fear were spread through all of the following
Governement Created Pamphlets
Posters and Cartoons
all
Speeches and newspapers
34
What foreign policy did the United States pursue after its involvement in World War I?
The United States led the League of Nations to promote peace.
The U.S. seized territories from European rivals to build its empire.
The United States paid for the rebuilding of Great Britain and France.
The United States limited its involvement in international affairs.
35
Which of the following reasons lead to the United States adopting a policy known as isolationism following World War I?
Both A and B
The staggering cost of fighting the war
Neither A or B
Mourning the loss of American lives
36
Despite mistreatment and discrimination, many African Americans
Lead the fight for Hamburger Hill in Canada
Refused to enlist into the military during WWII
Ran for president of the United States in 1946.
Supported and participated in WWII war efforts.
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During WWII, American citizens were encouraged to ration. What does rationing mean?
Censor what you say so that spies don’t hear American secrets
Conserve resources by allotting fixed amount of resources during a shortage
Support American troops by attending parades and rallies.
Sign up to fight in the military.

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