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

Destruction of cities from the aftermath of the war

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

Conserve resources by allotting fixed amount of resources during a shortage

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

The United States limited its involvement in international affairs.

Communism is a political and economic ideology in which

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

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

What pro intervention argument might justify entering WWI and WWII?

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

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

Despite mistreatment and discrimination, many African Americans

Supported and participated in WWII war efforts.

Radio broadcasts by President FDR that kept the public informed

One of the reasons for the need to ration during WWII was

The mobilization of troops and resources for war

What was the Second Red Scare?

Fearful time when Americans were afraid the U.S. would fall to communism

What does it mean to be a “world power”?

A country that has significant influence in international affairs

How did Senator Joseph McCarthy influence the Second Red Scare?

He publicly accused celebrities and politicians for being Communist

During the Cold War era, a superpower was

a country that had nuclear/atomic weapon capabilities

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

Mobsters infiltrated the government

What was the Harlem Renaissance?

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

What was the Red Scare?

The fear of Communism in America following WWI

During the 1930s, many Americans utilized bread lines because

To obtain food during the mass unemployment and poverty that existed

What was the nuclear age?

Beginning in 1945 with the 1st use of atomic weapons

Political tension/conflict between nations without direct miltiary fighting

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

All of the following were Civil Rights Activists besides

Alabama Governor George C Wallace

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1
Which of the following did the United States NOT experience following World War 1?
Rising in the ranks as a world power
Destruction of cities from the aftermath of the war
An economic boom
Increased presence around the world via ports/military installations
2
During WWII, American citizens were encouraged to ration. What does rationing mean?
Support American troops by attending parades and rallies.
Censor what you say so that spies don’t hear American secrets
Conserve resources by allotting fixed amount of resources during a shortage
Sign up to fight in the military.
3
One reason for The Great Migration was
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
Job opportunities in the north
Jim Crow laws of the south
4
What foreign policy did the United States pursue after its involvement in World War I?
The United States led the League of Nations to promote peace.
The U.S. seized territories from European rivals to build its empire.
The United States limited its involvement in international affairs.
The United States paid for the rebuilding of Great Britain and France.
5
Communism is a political and economic ideology in which
People overthrow the government in order to gain power as individuals
classless society, all property/wealth are communally owned-not individuals
The government purchases all items for its citizens.
Private industry/business exists and competition is encouraged.
6
The foreign policy known as isolationism, adopted by the U.S. following World War I can best be described as:
Seizing territories from European rivals to build its empire
Paying for the rebuilding of Great Britain and France
Limiting itself in international affairs
Leading the League of Nations to promote peace
7
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.
8
During the Civil Rights Era, which of the following was NOT a right African Americans were fighting for?
The end of Slavery
Equal Education Rights
Equal Voting Rights
Non-Discriminatory Housing Rights.
9
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 U.S.’ goal was to defeat Vietnam so communism would no longer exist
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
10
Women became more liberal during the 1920s. Which is NOT an example of this?
The flapper dress
Smoking in public
The bob
Jaywalking
11
Despite mistreatment and discrimination, many African Americans
Refused to enlist into the military during WWII
Lead the fight for Hamburger Hill in Canada
Supported and participated in WWII war efforts.
Ran for president of the United States in 1946.
12
Fireside chats were:
Scary stories soldiers told each other during off days in WWII
When families reflected on the day’s activities around the fireplace
Radio broadcasts by President FDR that kept the public informed
Native American folktales passed down through generations
13
What was the result of the Korean War Conflict?
Conflict ended in stalemate
Victory for South Korea
North Korea surrendered to South Korea
Victory for Communist Chinese
14
Which of the following reasons lead to the United States adopting a policy known as isolationism following World War I?
Neither A or B
Mourning the loss of American lives
Both A and B
The staggering cost of fighting the war
15
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
16
Due to advancement of technology during the inter- World war period, many people saw in an increase in
Leisure time
Child labor
Anxiety
Wealth
17
Which war were these students most likely protesting?
WWII
WWI
Vietnam War
Korean War
18
What triggering event led the United States to enter into WWII?
Zimmerman Telegram
The assassination of President Kennedy
The attack on Pearl Harbor
The Russian Revolution
19
What was the Second Red Scare?
A revolt against the American gov, led by Communist revolutionaries
A low risk pandemic, resulting from the consumption of red beans.
A time in America when the Soviet Union had invaded the United States
Fearful time when Americans were afraid the U.S. would fall to communism
20
Era in American history during the early 20th century, when millions were unemployed and had little money is known as
The roaring 20s
The Dark Ages
The recession
The Great Depression
21
What does it mean to be a “world power”?
A country that has significant influence in international affairs
A country that has the strongest citizen
A country that makes the most money
A country that has the most people living in it
22
How did Senator Joseph McCarthy influence the Second Red Scare?
He blamed Eisenhower for allowing schools to teach political science
He publicly accused celebrities and politicians for being Communist
He charged the public as not doing their American duty to vote
He attempted to overthrow the government and create a communist America.
23
During the Cold War era, a superpower was
a country that had nuclear/atomic weapon capabilities
Leader of a country that had special privileges in other countries
any nation that was prospering economically
A leader of a country that was a totalitarian leader
24
Select the incorrect cause for the stock market crash and/or Great Depression.
Mobsters infiltrated the government
minimal government intervention and oversight over the economy
Companies lying about their overall worth
Stock market speculation
25
What was the Harlem Renaissance?
A revolution in Harlem caused by the police brutality
None of the above
A revival of white supremacy following the success of the KKK.
A celebration of African American culture in literature, art and music
26
What was the Red Scare?
The fear of Communism in America following WWI
The fear of a Russian invasion in the United States
The purchase of Alaska from Russia.
A time in American history when Red Algae killed 400 Americans in Florida
27
A treaty can best be described as:
A fight between two world powers
Two powerful nations meeting in a neutral location
When two nations declare war on each other
An agreement between nations
28
Which of the following was NOT a catalyst (cause) for the Second Red Scare
Fears of communists infiltrating the American government.
Joseph McCarthy
Fears of the spread of communism
John F Kennedy
29
During the 1930s, many Americans utilized bread lines because
It was a way to send bread to troops overseas
It was a way to share bread since it needed to be rationed.
It allowed middle class Americans to feed the homeless.
To obtain food during the mass unemployment and poverty that existed
30
What was the highly destructive item created during the nuclear age?
Grenade
Flamethrower
Machine gun
Atomic bomb
31
During the period following WWI, intolerance, stereotypes, and fear were spread through all of the following
all
Speeches and newspapers
Governement Created Pamphlets
Posters and Cartoons
32
What was the nuclear age?
Beginning in 1945 with the 1st use of atomic weapons
The Cold War
Time during WWI
War between United Sates and Korea
33
What was the main cause of urban sprawl?
The automobile
Electricity
Herbert Hoover
The airplane
34
What is a Cold War?
A war involving more than five countries
Political tension/conflict between nations without direct miltiary fighting
Political tension/conflict between nations that results in nuclear war
A war fought during the Winter months only
35
What is nativism?
The demise of the Ku Klux Klan
White Man’s Burden
The belief that Native Americans are superior to the white man
The belief that those born in the country are better than immigrants
36
During the Cold War, ___________ was Democratic while _______________ was Communist.
United States, Japan
China, USSR
United States, USSR
USSR, United States
37
All of the following were Civil Rights Activists besides
Alabama Governor George C Wallace
Ruby Bridges
Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.
Rosa Parks

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