John Locke’s theory of the social contract, as developed in the United States Declaration of Independence, stated that

people should revolt against a government that didnt protect their rights

After World War I, which factor was the major cause of migration of many African Americans to the North?

increased job opportunities in Northern cities

Many wealthy American industrialists of the late 19th century used the theory of Social Darwinism to:

justify (support) monopolistic actions and explain the existence of poverty

As a result of Spanish-American War and new colonies, the United States saw the need to build the Panama Canal because:

the United States navy could then move more quickly between oceans

The major reason the Bill of Rights was added to the United States Constitution was to

protect individual liberties against abuse by the Federal Government

Which information on the writing of the Constitution is considered a primary source?

notes from the Constitutional Convention taken by James Madison

From 1865-1900, how did the growth of industry affect American society?

the percentage of Americans living in urban areas increased

In the 19th century, the national labor unions wanted to improve the position of workers mainly by:

obtaining the legal right to organize and bargain collectively

In what way did the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights have similar impact on the American system of government

Both guaranteed specific rights to individuals

What foreign policy did the U.S. pursue after its involvement in World War I?

The United States limited its involvement in international affairs

Why was it important for the U.S. to build up its Navy during the Age of Imperialism?

To protect its colonies and trade with new nations

The purpose of the Interstate Commerce Act, the Sherman Antitrust Act, and the Clayton Antitrust Act was to:

eliminate unfair business practices and increase competition

Which of the following was NOT an effect of the growth of the railroad industry during the Second Industrial Revolution?

created unemployment to rise across the country

The authors of the Articles of Confederation established a weak Federal system to…

prevent the abuses of power that had existed under British rule

U.S. Senators opposed the ratification of the Treaty of Versailles (1919) and the League of Nations because they

It could compromise the independence of the United States

Which feature of the immigration laws of the 1920’s was different from prior laws?

quotas were set to limit immigration from many countries

Which phrase from the D.O.I most clearly reflects John Locke’s idea that the people are the source of government

“. . . deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. . .“

A major argument for American independence found in the Declaration of Independence was that the British…

deprived Americans of their natural rights

The Spanish-American War, acquisition of Hawaii and the Open Door policy in China were actions taken by the

Gain overseas markets and sources of raw materials

The economic boom and the financial speculation of the 1920’s were caused in part by:

installment plans and an unregulated stock market

Which statement best describes President T. Roosevelt’s foreign policy position toward Latin America in the early 1900’s

Monroe Doctrine permits U.S. to intervene in the affairs of Latin America

In 1920’s, the Scopes Trial, national Prohibition, behavior of “flappers” were all signs of disagreement over

traditional values and changing lifestyles

The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920’s was a period when African Americans:

created noteworthy works of art and literature

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1
John Locke’s theory of the social contract, as developed in the United States Declaration of Independence, stated that
government should guarantee equal economic conditions to all people
legislatures should have more power than kings
monarchs could rule autocratically
people should revolt against a government that didnt protect their rights
2
After World War I, which factor was the major cause of migration of many African Americans to the North?
the start of the Harlem Renaissance
laws passed in Northern States to end racial discrimination
federal government job-training programs
increased job opportunities in Northern cities
3
Many wealthy American industrialists of the late 19th century used the theory of Social Darwinism to:
justify (support) monopolistic actions and explain the existence of poverty
support the labor union movement
encourage charitable organizations to help the poor
promote legislation establishing a minimum wage
4
Which development caused the other three?
widespread use of child labor
shift from a rural to an urban lifestyle
rapid growth of industry
growth of tenements and slums
5
As a result of Spanish-American War and new colonies, the United States saw the need to build the Panama Canal because:
United States railroads could not transport enough manufactured goods
Spanish opposition to the canal had ended
new colonies had been acquired in Africa
the United States navy could then move more quickly between oceans
6
The major reason the Bill of Rights was added to the United States Constitution was to
separate powers between the three branches of government
limit the power of state governments
protect individual liberties against abuse by the Federal Government
provide for equal treatment of all people
7
Which information on the writing of the Constitution is considered a primary source?
the book, An Economic Interpretation of the Constitution, by Charles Beard
notes from the Constitutional Convention taken by James Madison
an encyclopedia article on the Constitution
a newspaper editorial written in 1887
8
From 1865-1900, how did the growth of industry affect American society?
the percentage of Americans living in urban areas increased
The U.S. experienced the disappearance of traditional societal customs
restrictions on immigration created a more cohesive culture
population centers shifted from the Northeast to the South
9
In the 19th century, the national labor unions wanted to improve the position of workers mainly by:
obtaining the legal right to organize and bargain collectively
endorsing a third political party for workers only
using government troops to settle labor disputes with management
supporting government ownership of major industries
10
In what way did the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights have similar impact on the American system of government
Both granted executive authority to colonial governors
Both called for the creation of colonial assemblies
Both guaranteed specific rights to individuals
Both gave settlers the power to establish colonies
11
What foreign policy did the U.S. pursue after its involvement in World War I?
The United States paid for the rebuilding of Great Britain and France
The United States limited its involvement in international affairs
United States seized territories from its European rivals to build empire
The United States led the League of Nations to promote peace
12
Why was it important for the U.S. to build up its Navy during the Age of Imperialism?
To fight with the Native Americans
To protect its colonies and trade with new nations
To defend ourselves in WWI
13
The purpose of the Interstate Commerce Act, the Sherman Antitrust Act, and the Clayton Antitrust Act was to:
reduce imports from foreign nations
increase the power of local governments
eliminate unfair business practices and increase competition
14
Which of the following was NOT an effect of the growth of the railroad industry during the Second Industrial Revolution?
created unemployment to rise across the country
manufacturers and farmers could transport their products faster
railroads spurred growth in the Western portion of the U.S.
cities where major railroad lines intersected grew rapidly
15
The authors of the Articles of Confederation established a weak Federal system to…
assist the southern states in their efforts to gain a manufacturing base
prevent the abuses of power that had existed under British rule
cancel state debts incurred during the Revolutionary War
promote the separation of church and state
16
U.S. Senators opposed the ratification of the Treaty of Versailles (1919) and the League of Nations because they
It could compromise the independence of the United States
The treaty would not require reparations from Germany
Most American had sympathized with Germany during the war
Failed to punish Germany for their involvement in World War I
17
Which feature of the immigration laws of the 1920’s was different from prior laws?
refugees from war-torn Europe were encouraged to enter the United States
preference was granted to Chinese immigrants
efforts were made to stop illegal immigration from Latin America
quotas were set to limit immigration from many countries
18
Which phrase from the D.O.I most clearly reflects John Locke’s idea that the people are the source of government
“. . . deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. . .“
“. . . governments long established should not be changed
“. . . that all men are created equal,...”
all men are . . . endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights
19
A major argument for American independence found in the Declaration of Independence was that the British…
stopped participating in the slave trade
censored American representatives in Parliament
deprived Americans of their natural rights
refused to sell products to Americans
20
The Spanish-American War, acquisition of Hawaii and the Open Door policy in China were actions taken by the
Establish military alliances with other nations
Begin the policy of manifest destiny
Gain overseas markets and sources of raw materials
Support isolationist forces in Congress
21
The economic boom and the financial speculation of the 1920’s were caused in part by:
increased government restrictions on big business
installment plans and an unregulated stock market
the expansion of civil rights to women and minorities
the mobilization of the economy for war
22
Which statement best describes President T. Roosevelt’s foreign policy position toward Latin America in the early 1900’s
The United States should reduce its involvement in Latin American affairs.
The U.S. should give financial aid to help the poor of Latin America.
Latin American nations should form an organization to achieve independence
Monroe Doctrine permits U.S. to intervene in the affairs of Latin America
23
The United States Federal Reserve System was established to:
end the Great Depression
provide for a balanced budget
regulate the money supply
provide loans to industrialists
24
In 1920’s, the Scopes Trial, national Prohibition, behavior of “flappers” were all signs of disagreement over
causes of the Great Depression
the return to normalcy
the benefits of new technology
traditional values and changing lifestyles
25
The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920’s was a period when African Americans:
migrated to the West in search of land and jobs
used civil disobedience to fight segregation in the Armed Forces
left the United States in large numbers to settle in Nigeria
created noteworthy works of art and literature

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