US History Final Practice

Using Source 2, which statements best describe contributions of women and African Americans to the war effort during World War II?

Blacks fought in combat units and women worked in factories.

One of President Theodore Roosevelt's favorite phrases was an African proverb which was "Speak softly, and carry a big stick, you will go far." Roosevelt's foreign policy became known as Big Stick Diplomacy. Which statement best describes Big Stick Diplomacy?

The threat of use of military force to protect American interests in Latin American and the rest of the world.

Which statements best explain how SNCC contributed to the expansion of civil rights for African Americans?

SNCC encouraged blacks to organize and fight for equality, and it organized voter registration campaigns in black communities.

Based on Sources 1 and 3, which foreign policy goal in the Middle East was shared by Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush?

A peaceful coexistence between the palenstinian and Israeli people.

Based on Source 1, which statement best explains how U.S. assistance to Israel in the Yom Kippur War affected U.S. relations with Arab countries in the Middle East?

Arab countries in the middle east started an oil embargo against the US.

Using Source 4, which factor most influenced the ratification of the Eighteenth Amendment?

Efforts by reformers to end corruption in society.

Using Sources 3 and 4, which statement best describes a major economic problem faced by farmers in the West?

Farmers faced hardships because of high shipping costs for their crops.

Using Sources 3 and 4, which statement best describes a major economic problem faced by farmers in the West?

Farmers faced hardships because of high shipping costs for their products.

Which statements would most likely have been supported by the illustrator of the image in Source 2?

Farmers were the most important members of the economy. Banks took advantage of farmers.

Based on Source 1, which statement best explains how flappers reflected changes in American society during the 1920s?

Flappers challenged traditional roles for women.

Using Source 1, which statement describes a main cause of World War II in Europe?

Germany wanted to dominate Europe.

One of the contributing factors to America's initial decision to enter into World War I was the Zimmerman Note. What were the contents of this telegram sent from Germany?

Germany's attempted alliance with Mexico.

Using Source 1, how did the construction of the Panama Canal most likely affect the relationship between Panama and the United States?

Panama became dependent on the US for military protection and economic development.

What changes resulted from industrialization in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries?

Increased people in urban areas.

Using Sources 1 and 2, which statement best explains how the American ideal of assimilation differed from the experiences of Native Americans?

Indians were forced to participate in society but still experienced racism.

Based on Source 3, which statement best explains how U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War affected the American people?

Involvement in Cold War conflicts caused significant losses of American lives.

Based on Source 2, which statement best explains how the Harlem Renaissance influenced changes in American society during the 1920s?

It contributed to the development of modern US culture.

Based on Source 2, which statement explains how the Roosevelt Corollary most likely affected Latin American countries?

Latin American countries became influenced by the US.

Based on Sources 1 and 2, which statement best explains a consequence of the assimilation of Native Americans at the Carlisle Indian Industrial School?

Native Americans experienced a loss of tribal culture.

Using Source 2, which statement best explains how the ideas expressed in the Roosevelt Corollary reflected U.S. actions in Panama shown in Source 1?

The Roosevelt Corollary supported US involvement in the Western Hemisphere to benefit US strategic interests.

Based on Source 2, which reason explains why President Truman issued the Truman Doctrine?

The Soviet Union interfered with the domestic affairs between Turkey and Greece.

Using Source 4, which statement best explains how U.S. decisions in the Potsdam Declaration affected postwar Japan?

The US dismantled the gov. in Japan.

Based on Source 3, which statement is best supported by the political cartoon?

The US militarily and economically dominated the Western Hemisphere.

Using Sources 1 and 2, which statement explains how the Camp David Accords most likely affected U.S. relations with Israel?

The US strengthened its role as a strong supporter of Israel.

Which statement best explains how the United States responded to the presence of the "Iron Curtain" described in Source 1?

The US worked to stop the spread of communism.

Which statement best explains how changes in railroad networks affected cattle kingdoms?

The expansion of railroad networks enabled ranchers to transport cattle to the East and expand into new markets.

Which statement best explains why the public became concerned about the Patriot Act?

The patriot act would lead to a loss of privacy among American citizens.

Using Sources 2 and 3, which reason best explains why the United States issued the Open Door Policy?

To ensure US access to Chinese markets.

Using Source 3, which reason best explains why farmers and industrial workers supported the Populist Party?

To limit corporations from controlling the economy.

Based on Source 4, which reasons best explain why the United States sent the Great White Fleet on a tour around the world?

To show that the US was a major power in the Pacific Ocean, to demonstrate that the US had a powerful navy with global reach, and to display the military technology of the US.

Using Source 3, which statements best describe the cultural effects of the automobile on American society in the 1920s?

Tourism became a popular form of entertainment, and young people gained a sense of freedom from their parents.

This is what we called the removal of Native Americans from their homelands to reservations.

Trail of Tears

Which statements best explain how SNCC contributed to the expansion of civil rights for African Americans?

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