Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?

an extended period of economics depression

President Franklin D. Roosevelt sought to reassure the American public during tough times by-

delivering series of evening radio speeches - fireside chats

During the 1920's, Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan were identified with-

conflict between modernism and traditionalism

How did press coverage of events in Vietnam change reaction to the conflict?

reporting of setbacks led to public disillusionment with war

Which of the following was a major contribution of the Harlem Renaissance to the US culture?

established jazz as a prominent musical form

The incident illustrated by this cartoon increased cynicism toward the government because-

the President directed a conspiracy to mislead the nation

Which pull factor contributed to the Great Migration?

economic opportunities in industrialized cities

The creation of initiative, referendum and recall during the Progressive Era resulted in-

expansion of citizens' partcipation in democratic process

How did the military innovation shown in this photograph affect the course of World War I?

helped break the stalemate of trench warfare

Which is correct about the economic impact of the Spanish-American War?

acquisition of territories allowed for expansion of trade

What was the direct result of the atomic bombs dropped in Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

WWII ended with Japan surrendering to the Allies

Which of the following occurred as a result of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act?

federal government could dissolve business monopolies

The Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage and the National Woman's Party led to-

ratification of the 19th amendment

What was the primary purpose of the program being promoted by this poster?

increase the food supply during a farm labor shortage

19th century nativist organizations advocated-

creating a homogenous society by limiting immigration

The Roaring Twenties were characterized by-

installment plans, Prohibition, flappers

What group investigated the political ideology of people in the government and film industry?

The House Un-American Activites Committee

The invention of Microsoft and Windows had what effect on U.S. business & technology?

helped usher in computerization of business and society

Why did Japan attack the United States at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941?

To prevent US interference in Japan's plans of conquest.

How did Upton Sinclair's The Jungle change the relationship between government and business?

government inspection of food products were implemented

The skill and courage of the Tuskegee Airmen served to-

decrease opposition to integrating the armed forces

The primary reason given to justify involvement in Vietnam was that it would

keep Communism from spreading throughout the region

How did the Zimmerman telegram influence US entry into World War I?

it revealed a proposed alliance between Germany and Mexico

The government issued ration books during WWII in order to-

ensure the fair distribution of scarce goods

What does President Clinton's impeachment trial reflect about modern US politics?

politicians face greater scrutiny of their personal lives

How did geographic features affect New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina?

storm waters flooded the city after several levees broke

How did President Carter attempt to end hostilities between Arab and Israeli forces?

negotiated a peace treaty known as the Camp David Accords

How were Navajo words used during WWII?

as a secret code for communicating battle plans

How did President Truman's decision to drop the atomic bomb affect international relations?

it initiated the arms race with the Soviet Union

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1
Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?
formation of a national Civil Rights movement
an extended period of economics depression
sharp increase in the power given to state governments
adoption of an interventionist foreign policy
2
President Franklin D. Roosevelt sought to reassure the American public during tough times by-
making short appearances in Hollywood films
delivering series of evening radio speeches - fireside chats
publishing a weekly news editorial
holding weekly town-hall meetings with average citizens
3
During the 1920's, Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan were identified with-
decline of public support for Progressive reforms
increased the use of credit by US consumers
development of new forms of popular entertainment
conflict between modernism and traditionalism
4
How did press coverage of events in Vietnam change reaction to the conflict?
footage increased Congressional support for the war
reporting of setbacks led to public disillusionment with war
press conferences led to a decline in partisan poltiics
led to overwhelming international support of US actions
5
Which of the following was a major contribution of the Harlem Renaissance to the US culture?
established jazz as a prominent musical form
focused attention on the antiwar literary genre
increased popularity of vaudeville stage performers
brought the most significant beat poets together
6
Who said, "The power I exert on the Court depends on my arguments not on my gender"?
Sandra Day O'Connor
Sally Ride
Dolores Huerta
Rosa Parks
7
The incident illustrated by this cartoon increased cynicism toward the government because-
the President directed a conspiracy to mislead the nation
the press secretary failed to keep the public informed
Congress failed to enforce protection of privacy rights
the Supreme Court overruled statutes on confidentiality
8
Which pull factor contributed to the Great Migration?
availability of land grants for homesteaders
better soil conditions in previously uncultivated areas
economic opportunities in industrialized cities
lower cost of living in urban areas
9
The creation of initiative, referendum and recall during the Progressive Era resulted in-
redistribution of the tax burden among citizens
separate schools for new immigrants
more sources of revenue for state governments
expansion of citizens' partcipation in democratic process
10
How did the military innovation shown in this photograph affect the course of World War I?
helped break the stalemate of trench warfare
created an arms race between the Axis and Allies
made the use of land mines obsolete
made communication with officers on the front lines easier
11
Which is correct about the economic impact of the Spanish-American War?
acquisition of territories allowed for expansion of trade
territorial losses cost the US natural resources
rebuilding the devestated army cost the US billions
oil industry boomed
12
During the Gilded Age there was a notable increase in federal support for-
involvement in foreign wars
increased temperance regulations
growth of big business
acquisition of foreign territories
13
What was the direct result of the atomic bombs dropped in Hiroshima and Nagasaki?
Germany surrendered to the allies
Soviet Union invades Japan
US initiated the Marshall Plan to rebuild Japan
WWII ended with Japan surrendering to the Allies
14
Which of the following occurred as a result of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act?
it required businesses to pay fees to open overseas locales
workers secured a greater share of company profits
federal government could dissolve business monopolies
influence of labor unions on factory owners reduced
15
The Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage and the National Woman's Party led to-
repeal of the 18th amendment
ratification of the 19th amendment
elimination of poll taxes
outlawing of child labor
16
What was the primary purpose of the program being promoted by this poster?
promote the purchase of organically grown produce
increase the food supply during a farm labor shortage
encourage women to join the workforce
reduce health problems of working women
17
19th century nativist organizations advocated-
limiting military power
globalizing the economy through free trade agreements
conserving natural resources through national parks
creating a homogenous society by limiting immigration
18
Which of these resulted from the prohibition of alcohol during the 1920's?
decline in immigration
expansion of the consumer economy
rise in organized crime
growing fear of Communism
19
The Roaring Twenties were characterized by-
brinkmanship, McCarthyism, Containment
installment plans, Prohibition, flappers
internment camps, rationing of goods, atomic bomb
bank failures, New Deal, bread lines
20
What group investigated the political ideology of people in the government and film industry?
The Motion Picture Association of America
The House Un-American Activites Committee
The Senate Committee of Foreign Relations
The Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services
21
The invention of Microsoft and Windows had what effect on U.S. business & technology?
initiated trade wars with Asian countries.
use of paperwork increased for government records
created an online store that changed how we purchase goods
helped usher in computerization of business and society
22
Why did Japan attack the United States at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941?
To capture important supplies and prisoners.
To prevent US interference in Japan's plans of conquest.
To invade Hawaii and put it under the Japanese Empire.
To force the US to declare war against Nazi Germany.
23
How did Upton Sinclair's The Jungle change the relationship between government and business?
troops were mobilized to break strikes by labor unions
laws were passed to ban discrimination in hiring
government inspection of food products were implemented
congress regulated the railroad industry
24
The skill and courage of the Tuskegee Airmen served to-
give the US an advantage in military encryption
encourage immigrant enlistment in the army
decrease opposition to integrating the armed forces
increase the number of women in the military
25
The primary reason given to justify involvement in Vietnam was that it would
maintain the policy of detente
fulfill prior UN obligations
promote reconstruction after WWII
keep Communism from spreading throughout the region
26
Senator Joseph McCarthy is best known for his involvement in-
the political scandals of the 1970s
the war effort of the 1940s
the Red Scare of the 1950s
the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s
27
How did the Zimmerman telegram influence US entry into World War I?
It announced the Czar's overthrow in Russia
contained orders for German U-Boats to destroy shipping
it revealed a proposed alliance between Germany and Mexico
described Romania's plan to abandon neutrality
28
The government issued ration books during WWII in order to-
ensure the fair distribution of scarce goods
safeguard the profits of struggling businesses
provide financial security for uninsured citizens
allow consumers to buy imported goods
29
What does President Clinton's impeachment trial reflect about modern US politics?
Campaign finances are monitored by a regulatory agency
media focuses on policy more than actions of officials
politicians face greater scrutiny of their personal lives
Congress investigates judicial nominees thoroughly
30
How did geographic features affect New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina?
storm waters flooded the city after several levees broke
tornadoes gained momentum in open land areas
storm surges caused a major shift in tectonic plates
mud slides trapped residents in the city
31
How did President Carter attempt to end hostilities between Arab and Israeli forces?
deployed US troops to defeat Palestinian forces
severed diplomatic ties with Syria
negotiated a peace treaty known as the Camp David Accords
ordered a boycott of the Olympics in Moscow
32
How were Navajo words used during WWII?
as signal words for Allied spies posing as civilians
as a language of diplomacy for exchanges with enemy forces
as propaganda to improve morale among Allied soldiers
as a secret code for communicating battle plans
33
How did President Truman's decision to drop the atomic bomb affect international relations?
it initiated the arms race with the Soviet Union
it enabled the UN to administer territory in Japan
it created the first global peacekeeping force
it prompted other nations to investigate war crimes

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