In 1954, the Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka advanced the Civil Rights Movement by –

declaring racial segregation in public schools violated the 14th amendment.

The Bill of Rights were added to the Constitution in order to --

protect individual rights from government abuse.

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

created noteworthy works of art and literature

Which factor contributed to the changing attitudes of the American public about U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War?

graphic coverage by television news

Which factor helped farmers on the Great Plains overcome opposition from cattle ranchers?

Barbed wire allowed farmers to enclose their lands

During the 1950s the federal government funded educational initiatives in math and science in response to the–

successful launch of the first artificial satellite.

Why is the conflict in Vietnam seen as a humiliating loss in US History?

The US failed to contain communism and lost support at home

A major purpose of the Progressive Movement was to –

correct the economic and social abuses in American society.

The primary reason given by U.S. leaders to justify military involvement in Vietnam was that it would--

keep communism from spreading throughout the region.

The economic policies of President Ronald Reagan and President George W. Bush were similar in that both--

used tax cuts to encourage economic growth

The government issued ration books during World War II in order to –

ensure the fair distribution of scarce goods

The Supreme Court in Korematsu v. United States (1944) upheld Executive Order 9066, which had authorized the –

exclusion of Japanese Americans from the West Coast.

The Scopes trial, Prohibition, and behavior of “flappers” were all signs of disagreement over -

traditional values and changing lifestyles

During the early 1900s, the term “muckrakers” was used to describe –

writers who exposed the problems in American society.

What is the primary aim of the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001?

To prevent acts of terrorism against the United States

What was the initial response of the U.S. government to the attacks of September 11, 2001?

To begin military operations in Afghanistan

Which aspect of the 1920s is most closely identified with the emergence of Tin Pan Alley?

The location of the music publishing industry in New York City

What was President John F Kennedy's response to Soviet plans to install nuclear missiles in Cuba in 1962?

He placed a blockade around Cuba and threatened war.

Which of the following was a result of the Selective Service Act?

Men were required to register for military service.

Which effect did tariffs have on the U.S. economy during the early 1930s?

The number of products exported overseas decreased.

What was the importance of the appointment of Sandra Day O'Connor to the U.S. Supreme Court?

It was the first time a woman was appointed to the Supreme Court.

During the 1920s, installment buying, income inequality, and stock market speculation contributed to the –

economic weaknesses that helped bring about the Great Depression.

During World War I, tanks were used on the western front primarily to –

lead infantry advances across no-man’s-land and into enemy territory.

One way the development of the Internet has improved the quality of life in the United States is by —

increasing the ease of obtaining information

The introduction of vaccines to the United States helped –

prevent or limit the spread of infectious diseases.

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1
In 1954, the Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka advanced the Civil Rights Movement by –
guaranteeing equal voting rights to African Americans.
banning racial segregation in hotels and restaurants.
declaring racial segregation in public schools violated the 14th amendment.
upholding the principle of separate but equal public facilities.
2
The Bill of Rights were added to the Constitution in order to --
establish the office of President.
protect individual rights from government abuse.
allow the federal government to impose a tax.
declare independence from England.
3
The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920’s was a period when African Americans
migrated to the West in search of land and jobs
left the United States in large numbers to settle in Nigeria
created noteworthy works of art and literature
used civil disobedience to fight segregation in the Armed Forces
4
Which factor contributed to the changing attitudes of the American public about U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War?
re-election of Lyndon Johnson
passage of the War Powers Act
propaganda films by anti-war protestors
graphic coverage by television news
5
Which constitutional issue was debated after the release of the Pentagon Papers?
Freedom of religion
The right to peaceful assembly
Freedom of the press
The right to a jury trial
6
Which factor helped farmers on the Great Plains overcome opposition from cattle ranchers?
Barbed wire allowed farmers to enclose their lands
The farmers allied with American Indians
Ranchers refused to divide up the open range
Heavy rains made the Great Plains more suitable to planting than grazing
7
During the 1950s the federal government funded educational initiatives in math and science in response to the–
announcement of international education guidelines.
discovery of new chemical elements.
successful launch of the first artificial satellite.
development of the ENIAC computer.
8
Why is the conflict in Vietnam seen as a humiliating loss in US History?
The US failed to achieve superiority of a third world nation
The US was out strategized by the North Vietnamese
The US failed to contain communism and lost support at home
The US didn't conquer North Vietnam
9
A major purpose of the Progressive Movement was to –
encourage immigration from southern and eastern Europe.
correct the economic and social abuses in American society.
support government control of factory production.
stimulate the economy.
10
The primary reason given by U.S. leaders to justify military involvement in Vietnam was that it would--
maintain the policy.
promote reconstruction after World War II.
keep communism from spreading throughout the region.
fulfill prior United Nations obligations.
11
The economic policies of President Ronald Reagan and President George W. Bush were similar in that both--
used tax cuts to encourage economic growth
decreased military spending
brought an end to poverty
balanced the federal budget
12
The government issued ration books during World War II in order to –
provide financial security for uninsured citizens
safeguard the profits of struggling businesses
allow consumers to buy imported goods at discounted rates
ensure the fair distribution of scarce goods
13
The Supreme Court in Korematsu v. United States (1944) upheld Executive Order 9066, which had authorized the –
adoption of the military draft.▲
limiting of freedom of speech during wartime.
placement of women in combat roles.
exclusion of Japanese Americans from the West Coast.
14
The Scopes trial, Prohibition, and behavior of “flappers” were all signs of disagreement over -
the benefits of new technology
the return to normalcy
causes of the Great Depression
traditional values and changing lifestyles
15
During the early 1900s, the term “muckrakers” was used to describe –
people who protested against war.
politicians who criticized Progressive Era Presidents.
newspaper columnists who reported on celebrities.
writers who exposed the problems in American society.
16
What is the primary aim of the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001?
To prevent acts of terrorism against the United States
To promote the growth of locally owned small businesses
To increase funding for military contracts
To limit the amount of foreign investments in the United States
17
Which event led to the start of the Great Depression?
Red Scare (1919-1920)
Passage of the Emergency Bank Act (1933)
Election of Herbert Hoover (1928)
Stock Market Crash (1929)
18
What was the initial response of the U.S. government to the attacks of September 11, 2001?
To begin military operations in Afghanistan
To form a coalition to eliminate training bases in Pakistan
To reopen military bases in Europe that had been closed after the Cold War
To impose economic sanctions on Libya for sponsoring terrorist activities
19
Which aspect of the 1920s is most closely identified with the emergence of Tin Pan Alley?
The location of the music publishing industry in New York City
The repeal of the Twenty-First Amendment
The printing and distribution of Prohibition pamphlet
The successful flight of the first hydroplane in North Carolina
20
What was President John F Kennedy's response to Soviet plans to install nuclear missiles in Cuba in 1962?
He attacked the missile silos with strategic air strikes.
He placed a blockade around Cuba and threatened war.
He negotiated an agreement with Fidel Castro.
He had the army seize control of Cuba.
21
Which of the following was a result of the Selective Service Act?
Women could serve in combat positions.
Troops were segregated by race.
Men were required to register for military service.
African Americans could not become Army officers.
22
Which effect did tariffs have on the U.S. economy during the early 1930s?
The number of products exported overseas decreased.
The consumption of goods increased.
The number of mortgage loans in default decreased.
The amount of goods imported increased.
23
One of the main effects of the passage of the Interstate Highway Act of 1956 was the expansion of –
ridership on long-distance passenger trains.
the airline industry.
immigrant populations.
communities in the suburbs.
24
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was passed in an effort to correct--
racial discrimination.
segregation of the armed forces.
limitations on freedom of speech.
unfair immigration quotas.
25
What was the importance of the appointment of Sandra Day O'Connor to the U.S. Supreme Court?
It showed a desire to appoint Justices without legal training.
It illustrated Reagan's intent to limit judicial activism on the Court.
It showed a desire to appoint a strongly anti-Communist Justice.
It was the first time a woman was appointed to the Supreme Court.
26
During the 1920s, installment buying, income inequality, and stock market speculation contributed to the –
introduction of supply-side economics.
decision to lower tariff rates.
economic weaknesses that helped bring about the Great Depression.
return of laissez-faire economic principles.
27
During World War I, tanks were used on the western front primarily to –
lead infantry advances across no-man’s-land and into enemy territory.
launch long-range rockets at enemy aircraft.
destroy railroads and bridges used by enemy troops.
release chemical weapons in advance attacks on enemy positions.
28
Which woman became the first Hispanic Justice on the U.S. Supreme Court?
Dolores Huerta
Betty Friedan
Sandra Day O'Connor
Sonia Sotomayor
29
One way the development of the Internet has improved the quality of life in the United States is by —
decreasing the influence of advertising on consumers
improving privacy protection for individuals
increasing the reliability of available information
increasing the ease of obtaining information
30
The introduction of vaccines to the United States helped –
increase the quality of the water supply.
reduce the risk in consuming imported produce.
prevent or limit the spread of infectious diseases.
improve the hygiene of medical procedures.
31
The Manhattan Project was part of the WWII effort to –
develop the atomic bomb.
coordinate troop movements between New York and Europe.
ban the use of chemical and biological warfare.
supply the Allies with more fighter planes.

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