One way Totalitarians control their citizens is...

encouraging people to inform on folks who are not conforming

Which factor helped pull so many European nations into the outbreak of World War I?

the elaborate system of alliances

According to the Zimmermann telegram, if Mexico allied with Germany, Germany would

help Mexico regain Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.

What effect did Germany’s unrestricted submarine warfare against Britain have on the balance of power in World War I?

The United States entered the conflict fighting against Germany.

What was the Great Depression?

It was the worst economic downfall in industrial history

How did the use of machine guns change the nature of warfare during WWI?

It gave a tactical advantage to defensive forces.

For women of the 1920s, new fashions represented ________.

their new social, economic, and intellectual freedoms

What forces shaped popular culture in the 1920s?

Technology created new forms of entertainment.

Why did Wilson ask Congress to declare war on Germany in 1917 despite his earlier efforts to keep the United States out

He was concerned with German aggression outlined in the Zimmermann Note.

Citizens were promised what by their dictators?

Stability, All of their problems would go away

What led to the rise of dictators/totalitarians before WWII?

Feelings of betrayal and anger over the Treaty of Versailles

How did the writing of F. Scott Fitzgerald reflect modernist ideas?

It showed the disillusionment that many of his generation felt

What is the New Deal?

A series of programs, public work, financial reforms and regulations

Why did FDR refrain from intervening in Europe during the rise of totalitarians in Germany or Italy?

afraid prolonged war would further damage the weakened US economy

The event that touched off the first declaration of war in World War I was

the assassination of the archduke of Austria-Hungary.

What factors led to the rise of dictators in Europe during the 1930’s?

Unstable political and economic conditions

How did many American women experiences change during the 1920s?

Opportunities expanded in their professional and intellectual lives.

After World War I, most Americans wanted to avoid future wars by

avoiding involvement in world affairs.

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1
The Triple Entente or Allied Powers included
Germany, Turkey, and Russia.
Germany, Bulgaria, and Italy.
Britain, France, and the U.S.
Britain, France, and Russia.
2
In World War I, the Central Powers included
Germany and Austria-Hungary.
Britain and France.
Germany and Russia.
Britain and the United States.
3
One reason for the tension between European powers was intense pride in their homelands, called
imperialism.
nationalism.
progressivism.
socialism.
4
One way Totalitarians control their citizens is...
encouraging people to inform on folks who are not conforming
Create economics "opportunity" zones
Tax people heavily
Have "town hall" meetings where people can speak
5
Which of the following was a cause of the rise of dictators between World War I and World War II?
Economic Problems (Great Depression)
Anger at the Treaty of Versailles
All of the Above
Racism/Anti-Semitism/Nationalism
6
Which factor helped pull so many European nations into the outbreak of World War I?
the social diversity of the United States
the elaborate system of alliances
minority revolutions against oppressive regimes
the establishment of multiethnic empires
7
According to the Zimmermann telegram, if Mexico allied with Germany, Germany would
prevent the United States from taking control of Mexico.
help Mexico regain Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.
help Mexico take control of Central America.
send troops to support the Huerta government.
8
What effect did Germany’s unrestricted submarine warfare against Britain have on the balance of power in World War I?
Britain aligned with the Central Powers against Germany.
Britain ignored the submarine attacks and maintained its fight vs. Russia
The United States entered the conflict fighting against Germany.
Russia, initially an ally of Germany, switched sides to support Britain.
9
The rise of Totalitarian governments was possible because...
All of the Above
German war debt from WWI
the Famine that hit Italy
The Depression that collapsed economies around the world
10
Who made the first successful Trans- Atlantic flight in history?
Charles Lindbergh
The Wright Brothers
Mrs. Reichert
Amelia Earhart
11
During World War I, a group called what established a Communist government in Russia.
Bosnians
Slovenes
Bolsheviks
Serbs
12
What was the Great Depression?
It was the day to recognize those with depression
It was the day the plague spread to Europe
It was the worst economic downfall in industrial history
It was the day of the Battle of Trenton
13
How did the use of machine guns change the nature of warfare during WWI?
It gave a tactical advantage to defensive forces.
It gave Germany an advantage over its enemies.
It drew the United States into the conflict.
It increased the effectiveness of offensive attacks.
14
In November 1917, Vladimir Lenin's Bolshevik Party seized power in Russia and established a
Communist government.
monarchy.
temporary government.
democratic government.
15
What was used to defend soldiers against the use of mustard gas and chlorine bombs?
gas masks
periscopes
howitzer guns
zeppelins
16
For women of the 1920s, new fashions represented ________.
the nation's growing urbanism
the new wonders of industrialism
their traditional values
their new social, economic, and intellectual freedoms
17
What forces shaped popular culture in the 1920s?
Technology created new forms of entertainment.
Museums and art galleries were established in urban centers.
Television helped promote a shared culture.
Newspapers and magazines were available for the first time.
18
Why did Wilson ask Congress to declare war on Germany in 1917 despite his earlier efforts to keep the United States out
He realized the U.S. economy could profit from a war in Europe.
He thought the United States should better support its European allies.
He was concerned with German aggression outlined in the Zimmermann Note.
He felt pressure to join the war from the U.S. Congress.
19
Citizens were promised what by their dictators?
Revenge for the war
Peace
Stability
All of their problems would go away
20
What led to the rise of dictators/totalitarians before WWII?
The economic benefits of WWI
Government investment in social welfare programs
The destruction of communism
Feelings of betrayal and anger over the Treaty of Versailles
21
How did the writing of F. Scott Fitzgerald reflect modernist ideas?
It described recent technological innovations in radio and film.
It used simple and straightforward language without complexities.
it created stories that revolved around the inspirational heroes in sports
It showed the disillusionment that many of his generation felt
22
What is the New Deal?
The newest deal at your favorite store
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A series of programs, public work, financial reforms and regulations
23
President Wilson called for the creation of a “general association of nations” known as the
Allies.
United Nations.
Central Powers.
League of Nations.
24
What were the "3 Rs" of the New Deal?
Reckless, Reduction, Remediation
Right, Real, Rigor
Really, Really, Riled
Relief, Recovery, Reform
25
Why did FDR refrain from intervening in Europe during the rise of totalitarians in Germany or Italy?
Britain and France did not want US intervening
afraid prolonged war would further damage the weakened US economy
large portion of American public did not support US involvement in Europe
did not believe the US military could defeat German military
26
The event that touched off the first declaration of war in World War I was
the German invasion of Russia.
the German invasion of Belgium.
the assassination of the archduke of Germany.
the assassination of the archduke of Austria-Hungary.
27
What factors led to the rise of dictators in Europe during the 1930’s?
Unstable political and economic conditions
The will of a higher power.
Weakness of citizens of the European countries
Military might and surplus of money
28
How did many American women experiences change during the 1920s?
Opportunities expanded in their professional and intellectual lives.
They participated in professional sports.
They became flappers and left traditional family life behind.
They joined the movement for women's suffrage.
29
After World War I, most Americans wanted to avoid future wars by
avoiding involvement in world affairs.
disbanding the League of Nations.
excluding Germany from the League of Nations.
forbidding Germany to rebuild its armed forces.

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