6.11 Unit Test: Entering a New Century - Part 1

Which statements accurately describe the results of America's entry into World War I? Choose all answers that are correct. A.) France was forced to give up its overseas empire. B.) The United States became a world power. C.) Germany was defeated and made to pay reparations. D.) Russia emerged as the strongest country in Europe.

B.) The United States became a world power. C.) Germany was defeated and made to pay reparations.

Use the wall map to answer the question. Which U.S. territory acquired during the Spanish-American War is directly east of the Philippines and is home to an important U.S. air and naval base? A.) The Virgin Islands B.) Puerto Rico C.) Guam D.) American Samoa

C.) Guam

Which group did Woodrow Wilson fail to help despite his progressive policies? A.) Consumers B.) Farmers C.) Minorities D.) Workers

C.) Minorities

Which phrase accurately describes the term yellow journalism? A.) Investigative reporting into the outbreak and spread of contagious diseases that threaten public health B.) News coverage of current political and economic events in Asia and the Pacific region C.) News reporting that distorts or exaggerates facts to create sensation and attract readers D.) Editorial pieces that demonstrate an evenhanded evaluation of government policies

C.) News reporting that distorts or exaggerates facts to create sensation and attract readers

What was one major reason the United States entered World War I on the Allied side? A.) England violated the U.S. policy of neutrality. B.) France invaded Germany, and Germany was a very strong ally of the United States. C.) Woodrow Wilson wanted to be a peacemaker. D.) Germany attacked passenger ships and U.S. ships that carried supplies to the Allies.

D.) Germany attacked passenger ships and U.S. ships that carried supplies to the Allies.

Which statement about the results of the Spanish-American War is true? A.) The Spanish empire emerged stronger than ever. B.) President McKinley was defeated in his bid for reelection. C.) The people of the Philippines embraced American rule. D.) The United States became an imperialist nation.

D.) The United States became an imperialist nation.

Which was a progressive goal pursued by President William Howard Taft? A.) Creating an international peacekeeping organization B.) Breaking up business trusts and giant monopolies C.) Easing the requirements to become a U.S. citizen D.) Expanding America's overseas possessions

B.) Breaking up business trusts and giant monopolies

Which statements describe the causes of the Spanish-American War in 1898? Choose all answers that are correct. A.) Americans believed that the Spanish had sunk the battleship U.S.S. Maine. B.) Yellow journalism stirred up pro-war fervor in the American public. C.) Spanish authorities in Cuba were accused of atrocities against the people. D.) President McKinley declared war to help his chances of winning reelection.

A.) Americans believed that the Spanish had sunk the battleship U.S.S. Maine. B.) Yellow journalism stirred up pro-war fervor in the American public. C.) Spanish authorities in Cuba were accused of atrocities against the people.

Which important civil rights are granted to people living in U.S. territories? Choose all answers that are correct. A.) Freedom of religion B.) Full Congressional representation C.) Electing local officials D.) Trial by jury

A.) Freedom of religion C.) Electing local officials D.) Trial by jury

Which statement accurately describes one of Theodore Roosevelt's accomplishments as president? A.) He negotiated a peace treaty between Russia and Japan. B.) He gave the Philippine Islands their independence. C.) He led the United States to victory in World War I. D.) He granted U.S. citizenship to all Native Americans.

A.) He negotiated a peace treaty between Russia and Japan.

Use the wall map to answer the question. Which area is the largest U.S. territory in the Caribbean, an island acquired from Spain after the Spanish-American War? A.) Puerto Rico B.) The Virgin Islands C.) American Samoa D.) Navassa Island

A.) Puerto Rico

What was the Bull Moose Party? A.) The political organization representing those who supported pure capitalism B.) A third party also called the Progressive Party, founded by Theodore Roosevelt C.) The political party founded by William Howard Taft to defeat Theodore Roosevelt D.) The first minor political party to win the U.S. presidency

B.) A third party also called the Progressive Party, founded by Theodore Roosevelt