In which way did industrialization in the early 20th century bring big changes to US cities?

encouraging the construction of tenements

How did business leaders most frequently respond to work stoppages? 2.7

They locked out union workers and hired scabs.

How did FDR's Executive Order 9066 impact the U.S.home front during World War II? GLE4.8

It resulted in the internment of Japanese Americans

Which New Deal organization was intended to boost public confidence in the banking system? 4.5

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

Which event was the primary catalyst for World War I? GLE 3.3

Archduke Ferdinand’s assassination

Why did many other countries quickly enter the war once it began? GLE 3.3

They belonged to alliances that forced them to take action

What was the primary reason speakeasies thrived during the 1920's and 1930's? 4.1

A number of people disagreed with Prohibition

How did the Allies establish a base on the European continent during World War II? GLE 4.9

They invaded northern France by sea from Britain.

Why was the United Nations established at the conclusion of World War II? GLE 4.10

The League of Nations had proven ineffective

President Woodrow Wilson intended his “Fourteen Points” plan to

prevent future conflict among nations.

How did the entry of the US into World War II affect the economic condition of US women? 4.8

It brought a record number of women into the workforce

The US Open Door policy of the early 1900's effected U.S. relations how? 3.2

It improved trade between the United States and China.

Why did FDR ask Congress to amend the Neutrality Acts during WWII? 4.6

a desire to help fight Nazi Germany without entering the war

The New Deal policies introduced reforms into the US economic system for the purpose of 4.5

preventing future economic crises.

In Wilson’s Fourteen Points speech, he focused on self-determination. What is this? GLE 3.6

the concept of nations determining territory and government

Hoover’s decision not to give federal aid to individuals in the Great Depression resulted in

diminished confidence among Americans in the leadership.

Which event sparked public outrage in the US and contributed to U.S. entering in World War I?

the discovery of the Zimmermann Telegram

What was the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890? 2.6

to oppose monopolistic business practices

In 1919, the Supreme Court upheld the Espionage Act of 1917. This act made it illegal to 3.4

openly criticize U.S. participation in the war.

During World War II, the U.S. government issued ration coupons to

conserve raw materials needed for the military.

What role did U.S. banks play in causing the Great Depression?

They made many large loans to speculators.

What was one of the primary ways the Treaty of Versailles laid the groundwork for WW II? 4.6

It put financial pressure on Germany weakening the govt

Why was the rise of labor unions in the late 19th century a threat to businesses? 2.7

It gave workers much greater negotiating strength.

The Stock Market Crash of 1929 led to the failure of thousands of U.S. businesses because

the banking industry collapsed.

Why was the Chinese Exclusion Act passed by Congress in 1882? 2.1

to limit the number of Chinese who could migrate to the US

Following World War I, the US returned to a policy of isolationism. This resulted in 3.6

imposing higher tariffs on foreign goods

How did the annexation of Hawaii further U.S. involvement in international affairs? 3.1

It gave the US a mid-Pacific port for trade and military.

As a result of the Dawes Act, American Indians in the Great Plains were effectively forced to

own individual sections of reservation land.

What was one political impact of the development of the atomic bomb? 4.10

The US and the USSR became engaged in a long-term standoff.

Which factor did not contribute to the development of US imperialism in the late 19th century?

American desire to dismantle the British Empire

Passed by Congress toward the end of World War I, the Sedition Act of 1918 was intended to 3.4

punish people for communicating anti-war messages.

How did the Roosevelt Corollary modify the US approach to imperialism?

US expanded its military force throughout the Americas

What was the main purpose of the Yalta Conference held during World War II? GLE 4.9

to develop plans for post-war Europe

What was a primary reason the Eighteenth Amendment, ratified in 1919, was repealed in 1933?

It resulted in increased organized crime

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1
The U.S. policy of acquiring territories is best described by which term? 3.1
Isolationism
Dollar Diplomacy
Open Door Policy
Imperialism
2
In which way did industrialization in the early 20th century bring big changes to US cities?
concentrating wealthy families in central areas
improving the living standard in ghettos
making ethnic enclaves more diverse
encouraging the construction of tenements
3
Who was the US President during WWI? GLE 3.5
Woodrow Wilson
Winston Churchill
Teddy Roosevelt
Franklin D Roosevelt
4
How did business leaders most frequently respond to work stoppages? 2.7
They locked out union workers and hired scabs.
They organized street protests that often ended in violence.
They chose to negotiate with the labor unions.
They closed operations permanently due to lack of resources.
5
Migration to American cities in the late nineteenth century led to 2.6
a decrease in social services.
a decrease in farm output
an increase in unemployment rates.
an increase in disease.
6
How did FDR's Executive Order 9066 impact the U.S.home front during World War II? GLE4.8
It ended African American segregation in schools
It led many women to seek employment in factories
It resulted in the internment of Japanese Americans
It forced most able-bodied men to leave their jobs.
7
Which New Deal organization was intended to boost public confidence in the banking system? 4.5
Home Owners’ Loan Corporation
Public Works Administration
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Civilian Conservation Corps
8
Which event was the primary catalyst for World War I? GLE 3.3
the explosion of the U.S.S. Maine
Archduke Ferdinand’s assassination
President Wilson’s “Fourteen Points” address
the breakup of the League of Nations
9
Why did many other countries quickly enter the war once it began? GLE 3.3
They knew Austria-Hungary would never win without support
They wanted to bring a swift end to the battle
They were angry at how Serbia had responded
They belonged to alliances that forced them to take action
10
What was one of the biggest changes on the U.S. home front during World War II? GLE 4.7
Recycling programs were temporarily prohibited.
Patriotism declined as the media reported war casualties.
Jobs were much easier to find.
People felt more free to purchase goods.
11
Which factor was not a significant reason for the Great Migration 4.1
job opportunities
living standards
weather patterns
political freedom
12
The United States entered World War II largely because of
an attack on France.
an attack on England
an attack by Germany.
an attack by Japan.
13
What was the primary reason speakeasies thrived during the 1920's and 1930's? 4.1
Illegal activity was promoted in the era’s gangster films
A number of people disagreed with Prohibition
Harlem Renaissance encouragedartists to work in speakeasies
prove equality, increase number ofwomen in speakeasies.
14
How did the Allies establish a base on the European continent during World War II? GLE 4.9
They invaded Germany by air from Sweden.
They invaded southern France by land from Spain.
They invaded the Netherlands by sea from Britain.
They invaded northern France by sea from Britain.
15
Congress passed the Social Security Act.Which group was not given to relief under this act?4.5
disabled workers
dependent children
farmers
retired workers
16
Why was the United Nations established at the conclusion of World War II? GLE 4.10
The League of Nations had proven ineffective
Nations joined a single market to compete in the economy
Communism led nations to join a collective defense treaty
An organization to oversee the rebuilding of Europe
17
President Woodrow Wilson intended his “Fourteen Points” plan to
prevent future conflict among nations.
bring World War I to an immediate end.
explain his presence at an international meeting
convince legislators to approve a peace treaty.
18
Following WW II, where was the largest concentration of communist countries located? GLE 4.10
Western Africa
Oceania
Eastern Europe
South America
19
In the Palmer Raids of 1920 agents believed the arrested individuals were
communists.
fascists.
deserters.
progressives.
20
How did the entry of the US into World War II affect the economic condition of US women? 4.8
It resulted in equal pay for women.
It brought a record number of women into the workforce
It brought many women workers into the agricultural sector.
It damaged the finances of women
21
The US Open Door policy of the early 1900's effected U.S. relations how? 3.2
It altered the standards for immigration from Japan.
It partitioned parts of Asia to establish sovereign states.
It promoted human rights protections throughout Asia.
It improved trade between the United States and China.
22
Why did FDR ask Congress to amend the Neutrality Acts during WWII? 4.6
a desire to help fight Nazi Germany without entering the war
unexpected pleas for help from Europe
a growing surplus of war materials
an economic desire to expand exports of weaponry
23
The New Deal policies introduced reforms into the US economic system for the purpose of 4.5
preventing future economic crises.
encouraging trade with developing countries.
supporting free market labor policies.
expanding personal property rights.
24
In Wilson’s Fourteen Points speech, he focused on self-determination. What is this? GLE 3.6
the establishment of a general association of nations
the importance of maintaining international peace
the vow to end any secret agreements between nations
the concept of nations determining territory and government
25
Hoover’s decision not to give federal aid to individuals in the Great Depression resulted in
rebounding of the stock market to pre-crash levels.
rapid development of subsidized housing for the homeless.
sharp declines in the unemployment rate in many cities.
diminished confidence among Americans in the leadership.
26
Where did the Bolshevik Revolution take place? GLE 3.5
Austria Hungary
Serbia
Russia
Germany
27
Which event sparked public outrage in the US and contributed to U.S. entering in World War I?
the passage of the Selective Service Act
the discovery of the Zimmermann Telegram
the signing of the Treaty of Versailles
the formation of the Triple Entente
28
What was the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890? 2.6
to oppose monopolistic business practices
to ensure compliance with tax laws
to protect the rights of investors
to redistribute wealth to the poor
29
In 1919, the Supreme Court upheld the Espionage Act of 1917. This act made it illegal to 3.4
spy on foreign nations fighting alongside the United States.
produce military propaganda.
use more flour and gasoline than permitted.
openly criticize U.S. participation in the war.
30
During World War II, the U.S. government issued ration coupons to
conserve raw materials needed for the military.
increase the demand for consumer goods.
stimulate commerce in a depressed economy.
allow people some access to luxury goods.
31
What role did U.S. banks play in causing the Great Depression?
They prevented depositors from withdrawing money.
They raised interest rates too high.
They did not invest enough of their assets.
They made many large loans to speculators.
32
Which reason most directly caused France and Britain to enter World War II? GLE 4.6
Germany invaded Poland.
The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.
The Nazi-supported rebels won the Spanish Civil War.
Germany elected Adolf Hitler as Chancellor.
33
What was one of the primary ways the Treaty of Versailles laid the groundwork for WW II? 4.6
forced all defeated nations to take blame for the conflict
It put financial pressure on Germany weakening the govt
It encouraged hostilityamong other countries against Germany
All territories taken by Germany had to go to Russia
34
Why was the rise of labor unions in the late 19th century a threat to businesses? 2.7
It would determine what goods could be produced.
It gave workers much greater negotiating strength.
It took away the power of businesses to hire who they wanted
It made employees less dedicated to their jobs.
35
An effect of industrialization in the United States was 2.6
the end of sweatshops.
reduced immigration rates.
the growth of cities.
increased rural populations.
36
The Stock Market Crash of 1929 led to the failure of thousands of U.S. businesses because
prices underwent rapid inflation
inventories of goods ran low
the banking industry collapsed.
competition from overseas increased
37
Why was the Chinese Exclusion Act passed by Congress in 1882? 2.1
to limit the number of Chinese who could migrate to the US
to restrict where Chinese could live in the US
to specify which jobs Chinese could hold in the US
to keep track of where Chinese lived in the US
38
Following World War I, the US returned to a policy of isolationism. This resulted in 3.6
joining major international organizations.
making diplomacy a top priority.
imposing higher tariffs on foreign goods
opening its borders to immigrants.
39
How did the annexation of Hawaii further U.S. involvement in international affairs? 3.1
It gave the US a mid-Pacific port for trade and military.
It left Britain without any colonies in the Pacific.
It gave the U.S. control of most of the Pacific islands.
It forced Spain to cede the Philippines to the U.S.
40
Which WW II battle changed the course of the war in the South Pacific in favor of the US?
the Battle of the Coral Sea
the Battle of Midway
the Battle of the Bulge
the Battle of Okinawa
41
Who lead the American Expeditionary Force?
Henry Cabot Lodge
William Tecumseh Sherman
John J. Pershing
Dwight Eisenhower
42
As a result of the Dawes Act, American Indians in the Great Plains were effectively forced to
wear mainstream clothing.
own individual sections of reservation land.
move to cities.
relocate to mining communities in the West.
43
What was one political impact of the development of the atomic bomb? 4.10
China went communist and sided with the USSR against the US
The US and the USSR became engaged in a long-term standoff.
US military forces led communist nations to side with the US
Germany & the United States became engaged in an arms race.
44
Which factor did not contribute to the development of US imperialism in the late 19th century?
American desire to dismantle the British Empire
American economic interests
American desire to expand the U.S. Navy
American belief in its cultural superiority
45
Which concept most likely describes the U.S. approach to foreign policy in the early 1900s? 3.1
isolationism
deterrence
imperialism
containment
46
Passed by Congress toward the end of World War I, the Sedition Act of 1918 was intended to 3.4
punish people for communicating anti-war messages.
provide funds to finance the war effort.
recruit soldiers for overseas deployment
relocate immigrants to internment camps
47
According to Shneck vs. US, in times of war, Congress has the right to
regulate free speech
initiate military drafts.
organize citizen groups.
detain suspected traitors.
48
Which organization had the goal of protecting the independence of countries after WW I?3.6
The League of Nations
The World Health Organization
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee
49
How did the Roosevelt Corollary modify the US approach to imperialism?
ordered the Panama Canal to expand US control
US expanded its military force throughout the Americas
Dictated US should “civilize” their Latin American neighbors
helped establish colonies in Asia to expand trade
50
What was the main purpose of the Yalta Conference held during World War II? GLE 4.9
to negotiate terms of surrender for Germany and Japan
to develop plans for post-war Europe
to exchange vital weapons secrets
to organize a massive Allied invasion of Germany
51
What was a primary reason the Eighteenth Amendment, ratified in 1919, was repealed in 1933?
It violated the Bill of Rights.
It resulted in increased organized crime
It decreased tax revenues.
It led to the Great Depression.
52
Which statement describes an effect of the Clayton Antitrust Act? 2.6
It empowered an organization to address trade violations
It facilitated numerous business mergers.
It prevented the formation of new business monopolies.
It established guidelines for price discrimination.

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