Which of the following played a major role in bringing about the Harlem Renaissance?

the migration of African Americans to northern cities

Which factor led to the development of the Great Western Cattle Trail and the Chisholm Trail?

Railroad lines had not yet reached Texas.

Which of the following was NOT one of the main reasons people immigrated to the United States?

To help keep their family together

Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting

What helped Chicago industries grow rapidly during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries?

ccess to railroads and waterways

15th amendment-Gave African Americans right to vote. What responsibility goes with that right?

To actually go to the polling place to vote

How was William McKinley’s foreign policy different from the presidents who came before him?

He was 1st American president to enter war outside of US

Which of the following did not attracted immigrants to the U.S. at the turn of the century?

Large, urban immigrant communities

Which of the following is an example of specialization that improved the standard of living in the US ?

Henry Ford's workers specialized in their job along the assembly line.

Lowered voting age 21 to 18 allowing more people to vote

Why did most Irish Immigrants move to America?

They wanted to find work on the east coast and escape the potato famine

Which was NOT a way that Henry Ford affected American life?

He invented airbags&car horns which made cars safer to drive

How did building the Panama Canal help President Theodore Roosevelt increase the global influence of the United States?

It let the US Navy quickly travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

In the late 1800s, why was Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania known as the center of America’s steel industry.

Large deposits of coal existed in Pennsylvania and nearby states.

What was Babe Ruth's biggest impact on baseball in the U.S.?

He attracted fans with his entertaining way of playing.

How are citizens’ rights protected under the U.S. Constitution?

They are protected by 1st 10 amendments Bill of Rights.

Which of the following is one change to American society caused by Thomas Edison’s invention of a the light bulb?

Factory workers now could work longer hours.

D.C. was able to join electoral college to vote for Pres.

Why was the Constitution written? (There is more than 1 answer)

To establish a basic system of government for the US, To protect the rights of its citizens.

Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting

Under President William McKinley, the United States gained (pick 2)

The title as a World Power, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philipines

What does the term due process mean? Due process is included in the Constitution to...

protect the rights of citizens.

Why did the Framers of the U.S. Constitution make the amendment process so difficult?

to prevent one person or group from being able to change it

Why did most Irish Immigrants move to America?

They wanted to find work on the east coast and escape the potato famine

After an amendment to the U.S. Constitution is proposed, what is the first step in the two step process?

The amendment must be approved by 2/3 of both houses of Congress.

Lowered voting age 21 to 18 allowing more people to vote

Which was NOT a benefit that the US received as a result of the Spanish American War?

The United States overthrew the King of Spain.

George Washington Carver's research helped many farmers by

helping them to grow different kinds of crops.

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1
Which of the following played a major role in bringing about the Harlem Renaissance?
the migration of African Americans to northern cities
the introduction of mass production techniques
the growth of the women's rights movement
the development of suburbs outside of major cities
2
Which factor led to the development of the Great Western Cattle Trail and the Chisholm Trail?
Steamboats made transportation more efficient.
Railroad lines had not yet reached Texas.
Texas ranches were destroyed in the Civil War.
The average price of beef decreased significantly.
3
How did price incentives motivate cowboys to drive their cattle all the way up to Kansas?
C
B
D
A
4
Which of the following was NOT one of the main reasons people immigrated to the United States?
To help keep their family together
To have the opportunity to make more money
To get religious freedom
To get their own land
5
Which of the following best explains specialization?
A
D
B
C
6
24th Amendment
African American males were given the right to vote
D.C. was able to join electoral college to vote for Pres.
Gave women the right to vote
Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting
7
How did specialization in steel production help improve standard of living in Pittsburgh?
B
C
D
A
8
What helped Chicago industries grow rapidly during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries?
ccess to railroads and waterways
the discovery of gold near the city
fertile farmland and long summers
migration of people to the South
9
15th amendment-Gave African Americans right to vote. What responsibility goes with that right?
To actually go to the polling place to vote
To picket or protest unfair laws
To impeach lawmakers, they disagree with
They must run for office
10
How was William McKinley’s foreign policy different from the presidents who came before him?
He was the first president to travel to a foreign country.
He was 1st American president to enter war outside of US
He was the first president to declare war.
He was the first American president to lose a war.
11
Which of the following did not attracted immigrants to the U.S. at the turn of the century?
Large, urban immigrant communities
Gold
Job opportunities
Freedom of Religion
12
Which of the following is an example of specialization that improved the standard of living in the US ?
Charles Lindbergh specialized in aviation and flew across the Atlantic.
Henry Ford's workers specialized in their job along the assembly line.
Langston Hughes specialized in writing poetry.
Louis Armstrong specialized in Jazz music.
13
Europen Immigrants entered the united states through
Ellis Island in San Francisco
Ellis Island in New York
Angel Island in LA
Angel Island in San Francisco
14
26th Amendment
Gave women the right to vote
Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting
Lowered voting age 21 to 18 allowing more people to vote
African American males were given the right to vote
15
Why did most Irish Immigrants move to America?
They wanted to fight in the Spanish-American war and help free slaves
They wanted to find work on the east coast and escape the potato famine
They wanted to freely practice their religion
They wanted to mine for gold in the west and send money back home
16
In which cell is Chicago, IL located?
D2
D3
C2
C3
17
Panama Canal improved speed of shipping supplies & improved businesses with other countries.
George Washington Carver
General George Custer
Black Cowboys of Texas
Theodore Roosevelt
18
Why was the Chisholm Trail important to America?
A
B
D
C
19
Which was NOT a way that Henry Ford affected American life?
He paid his workers more than most companies.
He used an assembly line so that cars could be made quicker.
He helped cars become cheaper so more people could buy them.
He invented airbags&car horns which made cars safer to drive
20
Which city attracted many immigrants at in the eary 1900s as it became the center of steel production and coal mining
Kitty Hawk
New York
Chicago
Pitsburg
21
The first person to successfully build and fly an airplane.
Woodrow Wilson
Langston Hughes
Louis Armstrong
Wright Brothers
22
What invention helped baseball gain national fame and popularize the game in the 1920s & 1930s?
The television
The computer
The telegraph
The radio
23
19th Amendment
Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting
African American males were given the right to vote
D.C. was able to join electoral college to vote for Pres.
Gave women the right to vote
24
How did building the Panama Canal help President Theodore Roosevelt increase the global influence of the United States?
It encouraged the spread of democracy throughout Central and South America.
It let the US Navy quickly travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
It protected the United States from invasion through its southern border.
It gave the United States control of major oil deposits in Central America.
25
Who was the president responsible for the united states entr into World War I?
Franklin D Roosevelt
William Mckinley
Woodrow Wilson
Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt
26
In the late 1800s, why was Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania known as the center of America’s steel industry.
Iron ore was not plentiful in the eastern part of the United States
Most railroads were also built in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Large deposits of coal existed in Pennsylvania and nearby states.
As the price of iron and coal increased, the price of steel decreased.
27
Which category includes voting, obeying laws, and serving on a jury?
civic responsibilities
military service
nonprofit organizations
volonteering
28
What was Babe Ruth's biggest impact on baseball in the U.S.?
He attracted fans with his entertaining way of playing.
He traveled overseas to make it popular internationally.
He made baseball an olympic sport
He made it a professional sport.
29
Asian Immigrants entered the united states through
Ellis Island in New York
Ellis Island in San Francisco
Angel Island in San Francisco
Angel Island in LA
30
How are citizens’ rights protected under the U.S. Constitution?
They are protected during trials.
They are protected by other citizens.
They are protected by 1st 10 amendments Bill of Rights.
They are protected by Declaration of Independence.
31
Which of the following is a NOT responsibility of United States citizens?
owning guns
paying taxes
respecting others opinions
voting
32
To have a government that truly represents people, U.S. citizens must exercise their right to
bear arms.
vote in elections.
have a trial by jury.
assemble.
33
Which of the following is one change to American society caused by Thomas Edison’s invention of a the light bulb?
Factory workers now could work longer hours.
Industrialization decreased.
Taller buildings were built
People moved away from the city to farms.
34
23rd Amendment
Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting
D.C. was able to join electoral college to vote for Pres.
Gave women the right to vote
Lowered voting age 21 to 18 allowing more people to vote
35
Why was the Constitution written? (There is more than 1 answer)
To make sure all citizens vote
To establish a basic system of government for the US
To protect the rights of its citizens.
To make all Americans serve on a jury
36
What was Henry Ford's biggest contribution to 1920's automobiles?
less expensive cars
more reliable cars
faster cars
safer cars
37
24th Amendment
Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting
D.C. was able to join electoral college to vote for Pres.
Gave women the right to vote
African American males were given the right to vote
38
In which cell is Pittsburgh, PA located?
C2
D3
C3
D2
39
During the 1920's, African Americans became excellent in the arts proving they were an equal race. They became part of..
The Harlem Renaissance .
Specialization.
The African American Culture Change Movement.
The Equal Rights Movement.
40
How did price incentives motivate cowboys to drive their cattle all the way up to Kansas?
A
C
B
D
41
Under President William McKinley, the United States gained (pick 2)
Power over Cuba
The title as a World Power
The Panama Canal
Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philipines
42
What does the term due process mean? Due process is included in the Constitution to...
explain the responsibilities of citizens.
describe the reasons for juries.
force people to follow the law.
protect the rights of citizens.
43
Who was the president responsible for making America a World Power after the Spanish AMerican War?
William Mckinley
Franklin D Roosevelt
Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt
Woodrow Wislson
44
Why did the Framers of the U.S. Constitution make the amendment process so difficult?
to limit the dangers from other nations on the United States
to make sure certain important words never get deleted from it.
to prevent citizens from having power over the government
to prevent one person or group from being able to change it
45
Why did most Irish Immigrants move to America?
They wanted to fight in the Spanish-American war and help free slaves
They wanted to mine for gold in the west and send money back home
They wanted to find work on the east coast and escape the potato famine
They wanted to freely practice their religion
46
After an amendment to the U.S. Constitution is proposed, what is the first step in the two step process?
The amendment must be approved by 2/3 of the state governors.
The amendment must be approved by 3/5 of U.S. Senators and Representatives.
The amendment must be approved by 2/3 of both houses of Congress.
The amendment must be approved by 3/5 of the justices of the Supreme Court.
47
26th Amendment
African American males were given the right to vote
Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting
Lowered voting age 21 to 18 allowing more people to vote
Gave women the right to vote
48
Which was NOT a benefit that the US received as a result of the Spanish American War?
US claimed Philippines, Guam & Puerto Rico as territories
The United States helped Cuba gain independence.
The United States overthrew the King of Spain.
The United States became a world power by defeating Spain.
49
Jose cannot afford to pay a tax at the poll, because he has three children. What amendment helped solve this issue.
26
23
24
15
50
George Washington Carver's research helped many farmers by
creating new ways for them to sell their crops.
protecting their crops from pests.
providing easier ways to harvest crops.
helping them to grow different kinds of crops.
51
Telephone improved ability to communicate. It was more user friendly than telegraph/Morse Code.
Theodore Roosevelt
Wright Brother
Alexander Graham Bell
Thomas Edison
52
Which was not a contribution of Henry Ford during the 1920's of Post-War America?
He used an assembly line, so cars were made quicker.
He invented the airbag and headlights, so cars were safer.
He paid his workers better, so they would want to work harder.
He helped car become cheaper, so more people could buy them.
53
Before an amendment is ratified, it has to be...
signed by all members of Congress.
approved by three-fourths of the states.
presented to Congress by the president.
approved by all fifty states.
54
Complete the Sentence: Charles Lindbergh...
was the first African American to play in the major leagues.
was the first man to fly solo over the Atlantic Ocean.
was the first American to go to space.
was the first Mexican-American to serve in the Senate.
55
The start of the Spanish-American War was, in part, a result of the United States' involvement in
Panama
Cuba
Guam
Spain
56
How did Henry Ford's work change life in America?
People could quickly communicate over long distances.
Women's voting rights became a major political issue.
People could fly in planes instead of driving long distance
Americans began to live farther from where they worked.
57
Which of the following is associated with the Harlem Renaissance?
Henry Ford
Louis Armstrong
Charles Lindbergh
Langston Hughes
58
Cattle trails allowed former slaves chance to make $ & provide meat to cities along East coast
Wright Brothers
General George Custer
Black Cowboys of Texas
George Washington Carver
59
How do due process protections affect people who are guilty of crimes?
They make sure that they apologize to their victims.
They make sure that they are punished severely.
They make sure that they feel bad for their crimes.
They make sure that they are punished fairly.
60
15th Amendment
African American males were given the right to vote
Eliminated the unfair poll taxes on voting
Gave women the right to vote
Lowered voting age 21 to 18 allowing more people to vote
61
Famous Jazz musician of the 1930’s
Herbert Hoover
Duke Ellington
Jessie Owens
Margaret Mitchell
62
The work of Henry Ford helped transform US society by popularizing which of the following?
electrification of private homes
mass production in factories
communication by radio
new forms of entertainment
63
What newly ratified amendment changed the lives of women in the 1920's?
15th woman's right to vote.
18th woman's right to run for office.
19th woman's right to vote
21st woman's right to run for office
64
What area is being dictated on the map?
Cuba
Panama
Guam
Puerto Rico
65
What were both Chinese and Irish immigrants to the United States seeking during the nineteenth century?
freedom from religious persecution
increased involvement in politics
greater economic opportunities
freedom from racial discrimination
66
If Congress wants to propose an amendment, it has to get the approval of...
two thirds of House of Representatives and the Senate.
the president of the US and all members of Congress.
every member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
the Speaker of the House of Representatives & the president.
67
What is a bennefit of specialization?
it increases productivity and increases the costs of production
it decreses productivity and increases the costs of production
it increases productivity and decreases the costs of production
it decreases productivity and decreases the costs of production
68
The invention of the Television popularized the sport of baseball and player Babe Ruth.
False
True
69
What significance does the USS Maine have to America at the Turn of the Century?
It transported immigrant sto the US.
It was the name of the airplane the Wright Brothers flew for hte first time
It was the ship that exploded and lead to US distrust in Spain and war.
It was the cattle trail named after US's most known governor.
70
Light bulbs powered by electricity improved the ability to work, read & even play after dark.
Alexander Graham Bell
Wright Brothers
Theodore Roosevelt
Thomas Edison
71
How did Alexander Graham Bell’s MOST famous invention improve on the telegraph?
It allowed pictures and videos to be sent over long distances
It increased the distance over which messages could be sent.
It allowed voices and sounds to be sent over long distances.
It increased the accuracy of the messages that were sent.
72
What was Henry Ford's biggest contribution to 1920's automobiles?
less expensive cars
more reliable cars
faster cars
safer cars
73
Why did most Chinese Immigrants move to America?
They wanted to find work on the east coast and escape the potato famine
They wanted to mine for gold in the west and send money back home
They wanted to fight in the Spanish-American war and help free slaves
They wanted to freely practice their religion
74
What was Louis Armstrong's contribution to the Harlem Renaissance?
Novels
Poetry
Music
Paintings
75
What was Langston Hughes contribution to the Harlem Renaissance?
Dance
Basketball
Poetry
Music
76
Who was the president responsible for expanding trade and naval strength after building the Pana Canal?
William Mckinley
Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
Franklin D Roosevelt
77
The black cowboys were treated ___________ on the cattle trails.
like kings
badly
fairly
unfairly
78
Which of the following BEST describes the constitutional amendment process?
a simple process that occurs at the national level of government
a difficult process that includes state and national government
a long process that occurs at the state level of government
a quick process at the national level of government

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