What pro intervention argument might justify entering WWI and WWII?

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

What was the Harlem Renaissance?

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

Communism is a political and economic ideology in which

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

How did Senator Joseph McCarthy influence the Second Red Scare?

He publicly accused celebrities and politicians for being Communist

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

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

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

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

Mobsters infiltrated the government

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

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

The United States limited its involvement in international affairs.

Political tension/conflict between nations without direct miltiary fighting

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

Conserve resources by allotting fixed amount of resources during a shortage

During the 1930s, many Americans utilized bread lines because

To obtain food during the mass unemployment and poverty that existed

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

Destruction of cities from the aftermath of the war

All of the following were Civil Rights Activists besides

Alabama Governor George C Wallace

During the Cold War era, a superpower was

a country that had nuclear/atomic weapon capabilities

Despite mistreatment and discrimination, many African Americans

Supported and participated in WWII war efforts.

What was the nuclear age?

Beginning in 1945 with the 1st use of atomic weapons

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1
Which of the following reasons lead to the United States adopting a policy known as isolationism following World War I?
The staggering cost of fighting the war
Mourning the loss of American lives
Both A and B
Neither A or B
2
What pro intervention argument might justify entering WWI and WWII?
the United States wanted to make English the world’s lingua franca
the United States wanted to support the Austrians and the Russians.
the United States wanted to open markets for selling goods.
the United States wanted to make the world safe for democracy.
3
What was the result of the Korean War Conflict?
Victory for South Korea
North Korea surrendered to South Korea
Conflict ended in stalemate
Victory for Communist Chinese
4
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
5
What was the Harlem Renaissance?
None of the above
A celebration of African American culture in literature, art and music
A revival of white supremacy following the success of the KKK.
A revolution in Harlem caused by the police brutality
6
Communism is a political and economic ideology in which
The government purchases all items for its citizens.
People overthrow the government in order to gain power as individuals
classless society, all property/wealth are communally owned-not individuals
Private industry/business exists and competition is encouraged.
7
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
8
How did the United States try to utilize a foreign policy of containment in Vietnam?
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
Goal to stop North Vietnam from conquering South, stop spread of communism
9
What triggering event led the United States to enter into WWII?
The Russian Revolution
The attack on Pearl Harbor
Zimmerman Telegram
The assassination of President Kennedy
10
What was the highly destructive item created during the nuclear age?
Atomic bomb
Grenade
Machine gun
Flamethrower
11
A treaty can best be described as:
When two nations declare war on each other
A fight between two world powers
An agreement between nations
Two powerful nations meeting in a neutral location
12
Due to advancement of technology during the inter- World war period, many people saw in an increase in
Child labor
Leisure time
Anxiety
Wealth
13
One reason for The Great Migration was
Job opportunities in the north
Jim Crow laws of the south
Neither A nor B
Both A and B
14
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
Leading the League of Nations to promote peace
Seizing territories from European rivals to build its empire
Limiting itself in international affairs
15
What is nativism?
The belief that those born in the country are better than immigrants
The demise of the Ku Klux Klan
The belief that Native Americans are superior to the white man
White Man’s Burden
16
Select the incorrect cause for the stock market crash and/or Great Depression.
Mobsters infiltrated the government
Stock market speculation
minimal government intervention and oversight over the economy
Companies lying about their overall worth
17
What was the main cause of urban sprawl?
Electricity
The airplane
The automobile
Herbert Hoover
18
What does it mean to be a “world power”?
A country that has the most people living in it
A country that has the strongest citizen
A country that makes the most money
A country that has significant influence in international affairs
19
One of the reasons for the need to ration during WWII was
The destruction of American crops at the hands of the Germans
Increase in obesity among American citizens
Increase in population in the United States
The mobilization of troops and resources for war
20
What foreign policy did the United States pursue after its involvement in World War I?
The United States limited its involvement in international affairs.
The United States led the League of Nations to promote peace.
The United States paid for the rebuilding of Great Britain and France.
The U.S. seized territories from European rivals to build its empire.
21
During the Civil Rights Era, which of the following was NOT a right African Americans were fighting for?
Equal Voting Rights
The end of Slavery
Non-Discriminatory Housing Rights.
Equal Education Rights
22
What is a Cold 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
Political tension/conflict between nations that results in nuclear war
23
Fireside chats were:
Native American folktales passed down through generations
Radio broadcasts by President FDR that kept the public informed
When families reflected on the day’s activities around the fireplace
Scary stories soldiers told each other during off days in WWII
24
Era in American history during the early 20th century, when millions were unemployed and had little money is known as
The roaring 20s
The recession
The Dark Ages
The Great Depression
25
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
26
What was the Second Red Scare?
A revolt against the American gov, led by Communist revolutionaries
Fearful time when Americans were afraid the U.S. would fall to communism
A time in America when the Soviet Union had invaded the United States
A low risk pandemic, resulting from the consumption of red beans.
27
During WWII, American citizens were encouraged to ration. What does rationing mean?
Conserve resources by allotting fixed amount of resources during a shortage
Sign up to fight in the military.
Censor what you say so that spies don’t hear American secrets
Support American troops by attending parades and rallies.
28
Women became more liberal during the 1920s. Which is NOT an example of this?
The bob
Jaywalking
Smoking in public
The flapper dress
29
Which war were these students most likely protesting?
Vietnam War
WWII
WWI
Korean War
30
During the 1930s, many Americans utilized bread lines because
To obtain food during the mass unemployment and poverty that existed
It allowed middle class Americans to feed the homeless.
It was a way to share bread since it needed to be rationed.
It was a way to send bread to troops overseas
31
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
32
All of the following were Civil Rights Activists besides
Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.
Rosa Parks
Alabama Governor George C Wallace
Ruby Bridges
33
During the Cold War era, a superpower was
any nation that was prospering economically
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
34
Despite mistreatment and discrimination, many African Americans
Lead the fight for Hamburger Hill in Canada
Supported and participated in WWII war efforts.
Ran for president of the United States in 1946.
Refused to enlist into the military during WWII
35
During the Cold War, ___________ was Democratic while _______________ was Communist.
USSR, United States
United States, USSR
United States, Japan
China, USSR
36
Which of the following was NOT a catalyst (cause) for the Second Red Scare
Joseph McCarthy
Fears of communists infiltrating the American government.
Fears of the spread of communism
John F Kennedy
37
What was the nuclear age?
War between United Sates and Korea
The Cold War
Time during WWI
Beginning in 1945 with the 1st use of atomic weapons

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