What was the Cold War?
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A conflict between the US and Soviet Union without direct military confrontation
Answer explanation
The Cold War was primarily a geopolitical tension between the US and the Soviet Union, characterized by ideological conflict and competition, but it did not involve direct military confrontation between the two superpowers.
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What is Sputnik, and how did it impact education in the United States?
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A type of satellite that led to increased focus on science education
Answer explanation
Sputnik was the first artificial satellite launched by the Soviet Union in 1957. Its launch sparked the Space Race and led to a significant increase in focus on science and mathematics education in the United States.
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What is the National Defense Education Act, and how did it change curriculum in the United States?
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It provided funding for science and language education
Answer explanation
The National Defense Education Act provided funding specifically for science and language education, significantly enhancing these subjects in U.S. schools to better prepare students for national defense needs.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What was Project Head Start?
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A program to prepare children from low-income families for school
Answer explanation
Project Head Start was designed to prepare children from low-income families for school, providing them with essential educational resources and support to enhance their readiness for academic success.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is bilingual education?
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Teaching students in two languages
Answer explanation
Bilingual education refers to teaching students in two languages, allowing them to learn content in both their native language and a second language. This approach supports language development and academic achievement.
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What is the Equal Opportunity in Education Act (Title IX)?
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A law that prohibits gender discrimination in education
Answer explanation
The Equal Opportunity in Education Act, commonly known as Title IX, is a federal law that prohibits gender discrimination in educational programs and activities, ensuring equal access and opportunities for all students.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What did President Ronald Reagan believe regarding the government's role in education?
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The government should have a minimal role
Answer explanation
President Ronald Reagan believed that the government should have a minimal role in education, advocating for more local control and less federal intervention, which aligns with the correct answer.
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