21 COMBO Chapter History Test 1

in 1919, all of the following figures were at the Paris Peace Conference EXCEPT

Alexander Kerensky of Russia

26. The majority of American soldiers who fought in World War I were volunteers. True False

False

One of the most important social changes of the war years was the migration of hundreds of thousands of African Americans from the rural South to California to work in defense plants and shipyards. This became known as the "Great Migration." True False

False

President Roosevelt did not believe that Japan could be considered among the ranks of the "civilized" countries. True False

Falsw

10. President Wilson's major enemy in the fight over the League of Nations was _______.

Henry Cabot Lodge (WW HCL)

In World War 1, the American Expeditionary Force was commanded by

John Pershing

23. In early 1915, virtually the entire European continent was at war as a result of an assassination of an Austrian archduke. True False

True

25. When the United States entered World War I, Germany was near defeat. True False

True

Republicans scored major victories in both houses of Congress in the elections of 1918. True False

True

"Dollar Diplomacy" is associated primarily with the administration of William McKinley. William Howard Taft. Theodore Roosevelt. Woodrow Wilson. Warren Harding.

William Howard Taft. ($tafy)

Immediately following World War 1, the American economy

boomed for many months

the policy behind "Dollar Diplomacy" was to

extend investments and influence of the US in less-developed regions

The policy idea behind "Dollar Diplomacy" was to create stable governments in less-developed nations. reduce the deployment of troops from the United States to other nations. encourage other nations to peg their currency to the U.S. dollar. financially reward Latin nations that supported the interests of the United States. extend investments and influence of the United States in less-developed regions.

extend investments and influence of the United States in less-developed regions.

the policy idea behind "dollar diplomacy" was to a. create stable governments in less-developed nations b. reduce the development of troops from the us to other nations c. encourage other nations peg their currency to the us dollar d. financially reward latin nations that supported the interests of the us e. extend investments and influence of the us in less-developed regions

extend investments and influence of the us in less-developed regions

The selective service act in the US

gave the government, for the first time, the authority to draft citizens for military duty

in 1920, passage of the 19th amendment

gave women the right to vote

in 1920, passage of the 19th amendment a. marked the beginning of a new era in progressive reform b. outlawed the production, sale, and consumption of alcohol c. gave women the right to vote d. required the direct election of senators e. disallowed woodrow wilson from running for a third term

gave women the right to vote

In 1920, passage of the Nineteenth Amendment marked the beginning of a new era in progressive reform. outlawed the production, sale, and consumption of alcohol. gave women the right to vote. required the direct election of senators. disallowed Woodrow Wilson from running for a third term.

gave women the right to vote.

in the aftermath of the sinking of the british passenger liner lusitania, a. the us declared war on germany b. germany pledged to the us it would not repeat such an action c. president wilson prohibited americans from traveling to europe d. great britain began an intensive campaign to build a submarine fleet e. the us began leasing it submarines to great britain

germany pledged to the us it would not repeat such an action

in 1914, the "triple entente" consisted of a. italy, france, and russia b. great britain, france, and the us c. germany, the austro-hungarian empire, and italy d. great britain, france, and russia e. germany, italy, and japan

great britain, france, and russia

During world War 1, American ground troops

saw combat that was relatively brief but intense

During World War I, American ground troops saw combat that was relatively brief but intense. were assigned to serve under the command of foreign officers. were not available for battle in significant numbers until the fall of 1918. both saw combat that was relatively brief but intense, and were assigned to serve under the command of foreign officers. None of these answers is correct.

saw combat that was relatively brief but intense.

the 1904 "Roosevelt Corollary"

stated that the US had a right to intervene in the affairs of neighboring countries

the 1904 "roosevelt corollary" a. was invalidated by the supreme court during the wilson administration b. stated that neighboring countries had to adhere to us policy in times of war c. was created as a result of a military crisis in cuba d. stated that the us had a right to intervene in the affairs of neighboring countries e. stated that england and england alone was exempted from the monroe doctrine

stated that the us had a right to intervene in the affairs of neighboring countries

in January 1917, President woodrow wilson, in a speech before congress

suggested the creation of the League of Nations in the postwar period

When President Woodrow Wilson presented the Treaty of Versailles to the Senate,

the American public clearly supported its ratification

When President Woodrow Wilson presented the Treaty of Versailles to the Senate, the American public clearly supported its ratification. most so-called "irreconcilable" senators favored it in principle. he was willing to compromise on the language of the treaty but not its major points. he found a close ally in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee chairman, Henry Cabot Lodge. he refused to appeal to the public, believing the treaty should stand on its merits alone.

the American public clearly supported its ratification.

as the US entered World War 1, its most immediate military effect was in

the Atlantic Ocean

The election of 1920 saw

voters turn away from idealism and toward "normalcy"

in 1919, President Wilson believed the Paris Peace Conference

was a success because of the acceptance of the League of Nations

In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson believed the Paris Peace Conference treaty should have placed large reparations on the defeated Central Powers. agreed with most of his Fourteen Points. had ended colonialism. was a success because of the acceptance of the League of Nations. was a complete and utter failure.

was a success because of the acceptance of the League of Nations.

President Wilson's request to Congress for a declaration of war

was nearly voted down in the Senate

in 1919, the Red Scare in the US

was partly motivated by a series of bombings

in 1919, the red scare in the us a. led to government raids that uncovered large caches of weapons b. saw more than 6,000 people deported from the country c. saw the arrest of several major government figures d. was generally opposed by universities and other academic institutions e. was partly motivated by series of bombings

was partly motivated by series of bombings

The Selective Service Act in the United States was enacted during the last months of World War I. gave the government, for the first time, the authority to draft citizens for military duty. was supported by President Woodrow Wilson. drafted far fewer men than those who volunteered for military duty. brought nearly 300,000 men into the army.

was supported by President Woodrow Wilson.

the selective service act in the US a. was enacted during the last months of WW1 b. gave the government, for the first time, the authority to draft citizens for military duty c. was supported by president woodrow wilson d. drafted far fewer men than those who volunteered for military duty e. brought nearly 300,000 men into the army

was supported by president woodrow wilson

American casualties in World War 1

were as likely to be from disease as from combat

American casualties in World War I numbered approximately 350,000. numbered approximately 60,000. were as likely to be from disease as from combat. were very low in all battles that U.S. troops participated in. were comparable in number to those of the European powers.

were as likely to be from disease as from combat.

The diplomatic efforts of President Woodrow Wilson toward Latin America were decidedly non-expansionist. curtailed the use of the military as a tool of diplomacy. became known as the "good neighbor" policy. were similar to those of Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft. were the product of considerable interest and experience in international affairs.

were similar to those of Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft.

the diplomatic efforts of president wilson toward latin america

were similar to those of theodore roosevelt and william howard taft

in 1919, the racial climate of the US

worsened in both the North and South

In 1919, all of the following figures were at the Paris Peace Conference EXCEPT Alexander Kerensky of Russia. Georges Clemenceau of France. David Lloyd George of Great Britain. Vittorio Orlando of Italy. Woodrow Wilson of the United States.

Alexander Kerensky of Russia.

As part of his Asian diplomacy, President Theodore Roosevelt

All of these answers are correct

In the early twentieth century, the US actions toward mexico included

All of these answers are correct

in 1918, President Wilson antagonized many Republicans

All of these answers are correct

in 1920, Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti

All of these answers are correct

After the United States entered World War I, most German Americans supported the American war effort. German books were removed from many American schools and libraries. the playing of German music was banned in many American communities. sauerkraut in the U.S. was renamed "liberty cabbage." All these answers are correct.

All these answers are correct.

In 1920, Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti admitted they were anarchists. were convicted of murder. drew widespread support from the public. both admitted they were anarchists and drew widespread support from the public. All these answers are correct.

All these answers are correct.

As the United States entered World War I, President Woodrow Wilson declared U.S. ground troops would not be used. Britain and France had few reserves of combat-age men. Russia decided to re-enter the war. Germany made plans to surrender. Germany was threatening an invasion of Great Britain.

Britain and France had few reserves of combat-age men.

The country that lost the greatest number of lives in World War 1 was

Germany

On the eve of the Great War, the chief rivalry in Europe was between

Germany and Great Britain

On the eve of the Great War, the chief rivalry in Europe was between Germany and Great Britain. Austro-Hungary and Russia. Germany and France. France and Russia. France and Great Britain.

Germany and Great Britain.

in the aftermath of the sinking of the British passenger liner Lusitania

Germany pledged to the US it would not repeat such an action

In the aftermath of the sinking of the British passenger liner Lusitania, the United States declared war on Germany. Germany pledged to the United States it would not repeat such an action. President Wilson prohibited Americans from traveling to Europe. Great Britain began an intensive campaign to build a submarine fleet. the United States began leasing its submarines to Great Britain.

Germany pledged to the United States it would not repeat such an action.

The country that lost the greatest number of lives in World War I was Russia. Great Britain. France. Germany. Italy.

Germany.

in 1914, the "Triple Entente" consisted of

Great Britain, France and Russia

In 1914, the "Triple Entente" consisted of Italy, France, and Russia. Great Britain, France, and the United States. Germany, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Italy. Great Britain, France, and Russia. Germany, Italy, and Japan.

Great Britain, France, and Russia.

The decision to send the "Great White Fleet" around the world was directed primarily at the country of _______.

Japan

29. The United Negro Improvement Association was led by _______.

Marcus Garvey

the most prominent exponent of black nationalism following World War 1 was

Marcus Garvey

The most prominent exponent of black nationalism following World War I was Claude McKay. Booker T. Washington. Marcus Garvey. W. E. B. Du Bois. Malcolm X.

Marcus Garvey.

During the Red Scare of 1919, Attorney general Palmer

None of these answers are correct

in 1918, President Wilsons "Fourteen Points" received significant political support from

None of these answers are correct

The most celebrated foreign policy accomplishment of Theodore Roosevelt's presidency was the construction of the _______.

Panama Canal

After the Russo-Japanese War in 1904-1905

President Roosevelt sent a fleet of ships around the world, including Japan, as a show of force

President Theodore Roosevelt defined "civilized" and "uncivilized" nations on the basis of race. naval power. economic development. both race and economic development. All these answers are correct.

Race

30. The greatest strike of 1919 took place in the ________ industry.

Steelworkers

Between 1914 and 1916, the United States gradually transformed itself from a neutral country into an arsenal of the Allies. True False

True

The Espionage Act and the Sedition Act made criticism of the government a crime. True False

True

The German submarine attack on the British liner the Lusitania resulted in the death of more than 100 Americans. True False

True

The new Bolshevik government of Russia was not a participant in the Paris Peace Conference. True False

True

in 1919, American Labor unrest saw

a general strike in Seattle that brought the city to a standstill

as a result of the service of African American soldiers in World War 1,

activism by blacks for their rights increased

as a result of the service of african american soldiers in ww1 a. activism by blacks for their rights increased b. public attitudes on race were significantly altered c. the country saw a general improvement in race relations d. the federal government integrated the armed forces e. northern black factory workers were able to keep their jobs when white veterans returned

activism by blacks for their rights increased

As a result of the service of African American soldiers in World War I, activism by blacks for their rights increased. public attitudes on race were significantly altered. the country saw a general improvement in race relations. the federal government integrated the armed forces. northern black factory workers were able to keep their jobs when white veterans returned.

activism by blacks for their rights increased.

in 1920, nicola sacco and bartolomco vanzetti a. admitted they were anarchists b. were convicted of murder c. drew widespread support from the public d. both admitted they were anarchists and drew widespread support from the public e. all of these

all of these

President Woodrow Wilson's "Fourteen Points" included

an end to secret treaties

president woodrow wilson's 14 points included a. a ban on the production of armaments b. an end to secret treaties c. an international agreement to "outlaw war" d. the division of postwar germany into two countries e. recognition of independence for all imperial colonies

an end to secret treaties

President Woodrow Wilson's "Fourteen Points" included a ban on the production of armaments. an end to secret treaties. an international agreement to "outlaw war." the division of postwar Germany into two countries. recognition of independence for all imperial colonies.

an end to secret treaties.

In order to secure control of the Panama Canal zone, the US

assisted a revolution in Panama

In order to secure control of the Panama Canal zone, the United States carried out the overthrow of the president of Panama. organized a trade embargo against Colombia. assisted a revolution in Panama. purchased the land for the canal from Colombia. surrounded the canal site with a "Great White Fleet."

assisted a revolution in Panama.

in order to secure control of the parama canal zone, the US a. carried out the overthrow of the president of panama b. organized a trade embargo against colombia c. assisted a revolution in panama d. purchased the land for the canal from colombia e. surrounded the canal site with a "great white fleet"

assisted a revolution in panama

in the US during World War 1, the committee on public Information

became increasingly sensationalist in its information campaign

In the United States during World War I, the Committee on Public Information (CPI) established strict rules of censorship for journalists reporting on the war. became increasingly sensationalist in its information campaign. criticized the federal government's reporting of the war. was led by a panel of American military officers. became a haven for pacifists and conscientious objectors.

became increasingly sensationalist in its information campaign.

During World War 1, extensive systems of trenches were used by both sides

because the destructive power of weapons made conventional field battles too destructive

during ww1, extensive systems of trenches were used by both sides a. because the destructive power of weapons made conventional field battles too destructive b. bc trenches prevented tanks from reaching the soldiers' positions c. bc soldiers were safer from poisonous mustard gas closer to the ground d. both bc the destructive power of weapons meant soldiers could not live in the open field, and bc trenches prevented tank fro reaching the soldiers' positions e. none of these

because the destructive power of weapons made conventional field battles too destructive

During World War I, extensive systems of trenches were used by both sides because the destructive power of weapons meant soldiers could not live in the open field. because trenches prevented tanks from reaching the soldiers' positions. because soldiers were safer from poisonous mustard gas closer to the ground. both because the destructive power of weapons meant soldiers could not live in the open field, and because trenches prevented tanks from reaching the soldiers' positions. None of these answers is correct.

because the destructive power of weapons meant soldiers could not live in the open field.

in the fall of 1915, president wilson

began to support a rapid increase of the nations armed forces

16. Immediately following World War I, the American economy saw prices plunge. fell into a protracted recession. was marked by a continuing labor shortage. boomed for many months. fell into a deflationary spiral.

boomed for many months.

during world war 1, the new technology of warfare

both created logistical problems, which slowed many offensives and allowed the attack of the enemy without direct combat

during ww1, the new technology of warfare a. created logistical supply problems, which slowed many offensives b. allowed the attack of the enemy without direct combat c. were largely responsible for the appalling level of casualties d. both created logistical problems, which slowed many offensives, and allowed the attack of the enemy without direct combat e. all of these

both created logistical problems, which slowed many offensives, and allowed the attack of the enemy without direct combat

During World War I, the new technology of warfare created logistical problems, which slowed many offensives. allowed the attack of the enemy without direct combat were largely responsible for the appalling level of casualties. both created logistical problems, which slowed many offensives, and allowed the attack of the enemy without direct combat. All these answers are correct.

both created logistical problems, which slowed many offensives, and allowed the attack of the enemy without direct combat.

In the early twentieth century, the United States' actions toward Mexico included encouraging an overthrow of the Madero government. a refusal to formally recognize the Huerta government. sending an American expeditionary force across the border into Mexico. both encouraging an overthrow of the Madero government and refusing to formally recognize the Huerta government. All these answers are correct.

both encouraging an overthrow of the Madero government and refusing to formally recognize the Huerta government.

President Roosevelt defined "civilized" and uncivilized nations on the basis of

both race and economic development

In 1918, President Woodrow Wilson antagonized many Republicans when he pushed for the election of Democrats to Congress. when he refused to put prominent Republicans on the peace conference negotiating team. when he tied support of his peace plans to the midterm elections. both when he tied support of his peace plans to the midterm elections and when he pushed for the election of Democrats to Congress. All these answers are correct.

both when he tied support of his peace plans to the midterm elections and when he pushed for the election of Democrats to Congress.

As the US entered world war 1

britain and france had few reserves of combat-age men

in 1914, when war erupted in Europe, President Wilson

called on the American public to be completely impartial

In 1914, when war erupted in Europe, President Woodrow Wilson called on the American public to be completely impartial. expressed sympathy for Germany. declared that the "Triple Alliance" must be defeated. held secret diplomatic meetings with Great Britain. brokered separate peace treaties with both sides of the conflict.

called on the American public to be completely impartial.

Which of the following did the National War Labor Board NOT grant to american workers?

collective bargaining rights

During World War 1, the War Industries Board

coordinated government purchases of military supplies

During World War I, the War Industries Board (WIB) was seen as a model for rational organization when led by Herbert Hoover. was plagued by mismanagement and inefficiencies under Bernard Baruch. coordinated government purchases of military supplies. saw itself as an adversary of individual businesses. All these answers are correct.

coordinated government purchases of military supplies.

During World War 1, technologically- advanced submarines used engines powered by

diesel

During World War I, technologically-advanced submarines used engines powered by diesel. gasoline. steam. electricity. coal.

diesel

marcus garvey

encouraged African Americans to reject assimilation into white society

marcus garvey a. encouraged african americans to reject assimilation into white society b. argued that, america, not africa, was now the blacks true home c. urged african americans to move out of the south d. called on african americans to reject capitalism e. saw his movement and influence decline in the early 1920s

encouraged african americans to reject assimilation into white society

In 1914-1915, the US responded to a british naval blockade of Germany by

ending trade with Germany but continuing trade with Great Britain

In 1914-1915, the United States responded to a British naval blockade of Germany by ending trade with all of Europe to maintain its neutrality. ending trade with Great Britain to pressure it to lift the blockade. defying the blockade and continuing to trade with Germany. ending trade with Germany but continuing trade with Great Britain. rerouting all trade with Germany through the Mediterranean.

ending trade with Germany but continuing trade with Great Britain.

During the last 18 months of Woodrow Wilson's presidency

he was essentially an invalid

during the last 18 months of woodrow wilson's presidency a. his mental health was stable but his physical health was very poor b. he was essentially an invalid c. there was growing public sentiment for wilson to step down from power d. his vice president, thomas marshall, essentially ran the white house e. he became more pragmatic and willing to compromise

he was essentially an invalid

During the last eighteen months of Woodrow Wilson's presidency his mental health was stable but his physical health was very poor. he was essentially an invalid. there was growing public sentiment for Wilson to step down from power. his vice president, Thomas Marshall, essentially ran the White House. he became more pragmatic and willing to compromise.

he was essentially an invalid.

In the election of 1916, supporters of Woodrow Wilson

hinted that his republican opponent would lead the nation into war

The so-called "Zimmermann telegram" was intercepted by agents working for the United States included a proposal for the return of the American Southwest to Mexico. helped weaken public support in the United States for war. revealed plans by Germany to expand the use of its submarine fleet. revealed that Germans were attempting to foment a race riot in the American South.

included a proposal for the return of the American Southwest to Mexico.

the so-called "zimmermann telegram" a. was intercepted by agents working for the us b. included a proposal for the return of the american southwest to mexico c. helped weaken public support in the us for war d. revealed plans by germany to expand the use of its submarine fleet e. revealed that germans were attempting to foment a race riot in the american south

included a proposal for the return of the american southwest to mexico

in ww1, the american expeditionary force was commanded by a. george marshall b. arthur macarthur c. george patton d. john pershing e. leonard wood

john pershing

during world war 1, the US military effort in Europe

lasted only a few months but suffered light casualties compared to the other combatants

During World War I, the United States military effort in Europe saw American soldiers engage solely in light skirmishes. saw U.S. forces carry the fighting into Germany. lasted only a few months but suffered light casualties compared to the other combatants. saw American combat troops kept separate from Allied forces. took place mostly in Belgium and the Netherlands.

lasted only a few months but suffered light casualties compared to the other combatants.

During World War 1, the Council of National Defense eventually organized the national economy by creating

local defense councils

The Sabotage and the Sediction Act of 1918

made illegal any public expression opposing the war

the sabotage act and the sedition act of 1918 a. eliminated jury trials for anyone charged under the laws b. were most frequently directed at german americans c. were created after the supreme court invalidated the espionage act of 1917 d. made illegal any public expression opposing the war e. were rarely if ever enforced by the wilson administration

made illegal any public expression opposing the war

The Sabotage Act and the Sedition Act of 1918 eliminated jury trials for anyone charged under these laws. were most frequently directed at German Americans. were created after the Supreme Court invalidated the Espionage Act of 1917. made illegal any public expression opposing the war. were rarely if ever enforced by the Wilson administration.

made illegal any public expression opposing the war.

Soldiers on both sides carried gas masks at all times in case of a chemical attack of poisonous _______.

mustard gas`

Regarding the Treat of Versailles, the United States Senate decided in 1919 to

not ratify it

Regarding the Treaty of Versailles, the United States Senate decided in 1919 to ratify it without change. ratify it after Democrats accepted the Republican "reservations." ratify it with the change that the United States would not join the League of Nations. ratify it only after Article X was struck from the treaty. not ratify it.

not ratify it.

In his dealings with Pancho Villa, President Wilson

ordered a military expedition in to mexico to capture Villa

In his dealings with Pancho Villa, President Woodrow Wilson ordered a military expedition into Mexico to capture Villa. saw American troops capture Villa and bring him to the United States. eventually released Villa in order to smooth relations with the Carranza government. both ordered a military expedition into Mexico to capture Villa, and eventually released Villa in order to smooth relations with the Carranza government. All these answers are correct.

ordered a military expedition into Mexico to capture Villa.

in his dealings with pancho villa, president woodrow wilson, a. ordered a military expedition into mexico to capture villa b. saw american troops capture villa and bring him to the us c. eventually released villa in order to smooth relations with the carranza government d. both ordered a military expedition into mexico to capture villa, and eventually released villa in order to smooth relations with the carranza government e. all of these

ordered a military expedition into mexico to capture villa

During World War 1, the US government primarily financed the war through

public bond sales and new taxes

During World War I, the United States government primarily financed the war through deficit spending and currency manipulation. foreign loans and the printing of new currency. private business and banking loans. currency inflation and the sale of gold reserves. public bond sales and new taxes.

public bond sales and new taxes.

when president woodrow wilson presented the treaty of versailles to the senate, a. the american public clearly supported its ratification b. most so-called "irreconcilable" senators favored it in principle c. he was willing to compromise on the language of the treaty but not its major points d. he found a close ally in the senate foreign relations committee chairman, henry cabot lodge e. he refused to appeal to the public, believing the treaty should stand on its merits alone

the american public clearly supported its ratification

The immediate spark of hostilities in Europe in 1914 was

the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand

The immediate cause of war in Europe in 1914 was a struggle between European powers for control of the international diamond trade. the sinking of the British passenger liner Lusitania. the death of Otto von Bismarck in Germany. the German invasion of Poland. the assassination of the Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

the assassination of the Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

the immediate spark for hostilities in europe in1914 was a. a struggle between european powers for control of the international diamond trade b. the sinking of the british passenger liner lusitania c. the death of otto von bismarck in germany d. the german invasion of poland e. the assassination of the archduke franz ferdinand

the assassination of the archduke franz ferdinand

in March 1917, the US moved closer to entering the Great War when

the czarist government of Russia was overthrown

In March 1917, the United States moved closer to entering the Great War when the czarist government of Russia was overthrown. the Bolsheviks came to power in Russia. Russia asked the Allies to call for an armistice. a German offensive threatened to capture Moscow. Russia and Germany negotiated a separate peace.

the czarist government of Russia was overthrown.

Prior to the US construction of the Panama Canal

the french had tried but failed to build a canal at the same site

President Roosevelt's policies, in regard to Asia were intended

to prevent both China and Russia from becoming dominant there

president theodore roosevelt's policies, in regard to asia, were intended a. to favor japan b. to favor russia c. to favor china d. to secure american dominance there e. to prevent both china and russia from becoming dominant there

to prevent both china and russia from becoming dominant there

During World War 1, airplanes were used for all of the following EXCEPT

transporting troops

10. During World War I, airplanes were used for all of the following EXCEPT bombing the enemy. transporting troops. attacking other aircraft. reconnaissance. "dogfights."

transporting troops.

18. In 1919, the racial climate in the United States worsened in both the North and South. worsened in the South but not in the North. improved in both the North and South. improved in the North but not in the South. generally stayed the same as it had been before the war.

worsened in both the North and South.