History 212 Midterm

The Nobel Prize-winning Austrian novelist called for an "international body with strength to maintain law between nations" and looked to the American system of government as a model:

Bertha Von Suttner

Richard White's essay on the railroads and immigrant workers paid particular attention to this Western state:

California

According to historian Patricia Nelson Limerick, this ethnic group experienced scapegoating, violence, and political opposition in the late 19th century California:

Chinese

The Open Door Policy expressed by Secretary of State William Hay addressed this issue:

European trade spheres influence in China

According to historian Elizabeth Cobbs Hoffman, the United States finally joined the League of Nations after a contentious Senate debate led to the ratification of the Treaty of Versailles.

False

According to historian Patricia Nelson Limerick, the West was not all that diverse in terms of ethnicity.

False

According to the testimony of "A Slovenian Boy Remembers Tales of the Golden Country, 1909," Slovenians had a very negative impression of the United States due to the limited opportunities there.

False

The Commissioner of Indian Affairs believed that the United States government did not give the Cherokees, Choctaws, Chickasaws, Creeks, and Seminoles enough land and therefore should increase their allotments.

False

According to historian Jan Schulte-Nordhult, one of the most forceful critiques of Wilson's peace treaty ideals such as the League of Nations came from his United States senator:

Henry Cabot Lodge

According to historian Patricia Nelson Limerick, this religious group was a uniquely American product that experienced conflict and persecution wherever they went.

Mormons

The American Anti-Imperialist League's denunciation of the U.S. policy in 1899 largely referred to American intervention here:

Philippines

Which is NOT true about the impact of Western settlement on Native Americans?

The Apaches under Geronimo defeated American forces and delayed the full conquest of the West.

What was the Progressive Era?

The Progressive Era was a period of widespread social activism and political reform across the United States. The main objectives of the Progressive movement were addressing problems caused by industrialization, urbanization, immigration, and political corruption.

Overview of the Progressive Era

The period of US history from the 1890s to the 1920s is usually referred to as the Progressive Era, an era of intense social and political reform aimed at making progress toward a better society. Progressive Era reformers sought to harness the power of the federal government to eliminate unethical and unfair business practices, reduce corruption, and counteract the negative social effects of industrialization. During the Progressive Era, protections for workers and consumers were strengthened, and women finally achieved the right to vote.

The 1920 cartoon titles "The Accuser" on p. 169 of your textbook was critical of Senate opposition to the peace treaty after World War I.

True

This president asked for war to liberate Cuba in what became known as the Spanish-American War:

William McKinley

According to historian Paul A. Kramer, what caused the United States Senate to launch an investigation in 1902?

allegations of atrocities and mistreatment of Filipinos

The report of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs portrayed Native Americans in this way:

an uncivilized and unintelligent people

Egyptian leaders who wrote President Woodrow Wilson in the immediate aftermath of World War I had this particular interest in mind:

consideration of their desire for self-determination

How did Chief Joseph explain his decision to surrender in 1877?

death, fatigue, starvation, and hardship led to a loss of will to fight any longer

When World War I first broke out on June 28, 1914, the official response of the United States was:

declared neutrality

According to unionist Samuel Gompers in 1890, what is it that the working man wants?

eight hour workday

In 1916, Congress adopted the following posture toward the Philippines:

encouraging Philippine independence

Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points could best be described as:

fourteen principles to characterize the postwar international order

According to historian Elizabeth Cobbs Hoffman, the term "Wilsonianism" refers to:

need for world organization to ensure self-determination and maintenance of peace

Chinese immigrant Lee Chew's view of other immigrants such as the Irish, Italians, and Jews could best be described as:

negative stereotypes of these groups in light of frustration over treatment of Chinese

The Homestead Act of 1862 did the following:

offered 160 acres of western land to citizens who agreed to stay on the land for 5 years

When was the Progressive Era?

spanned the 1890s to the 1920s.

Which was NOT a reason given by Robert La Follette in objecting to President Wilson's call for American entry into World War I?

strong American affinity with German cultural and political institutions

Historian Richard White argues the following about the 19th century creation of transcontinental railroads:

the long and short-term costs exceeded the benefits

How did Chinese immigrants explain to their consulate the causes of white hostility and violence toward them in 1885?

their dissent against the suggestion they join white workers in striking for increased wages

Which statement best describes the Irish vocalist song from c. 1865 about Mormon leader Brigham Young?

this song threatens violence and reveals hostility toward Brigham Young

Which was NOT a reason given by President Woodrow Wilson for asking Congress to declare war in 1917?

to protect American economic interests in the Atlantic