American Unemployment: 1925 to 1948

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How did the Great Depression socially impact the lives of Americans?

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Many Americans were unable to provide for their families financially.

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What was built to connect Houston to the Gulf Coast in 1914?

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Houston Ship Channel

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These newspaper headlines describe the effects of geographic factors on the state of Texas. Which newspaper headline would describe BEST the effect of the Dust Bowl? A. Construction begins on six mile long seawall, B. Farming practices are being reformed, C. Cities will now monitor their water supply, D. Solar farms are exploding across the state, E. Wind turbines harbor a new power source

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Farming practices are being reformed

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Which promise would a political candidate who supported the Progressive movement MOST likely make? Options: I will work to pass laws that improve working conditions in factories. I will help create jobs by encouraging less regulation on manufacturers. I will use all of my power to execute the existing laws of the United States. I will support the military, as guaranteed by the United States Constitution.

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I will work to pass laws that improve working conditions in factories.

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Which of the following was a social impact of World War II?
Options:
The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor.
President Roosevelt issued a speech condemning the Japanese.
The government sold war bonds.
Women took on new jobs to support the war effort.

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Women took on new jobs to support the war effort.

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Which statement provides evidence for the answer to Part A? Options: In 1941, the Japanese attacked the United States at Pearl Harbor. President Roosevelt referred to it as "a date which will live in infamy". The government collected war bonds to pay for the war. In the United States, women were taking on non-traditional employment roles as factory workers.

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In the United States, women were taking on non-traditional employment roles as factory workers.

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What view did Oveta Culp Hobby's statement BEST represent? "No celebration of Armed Forces Day will be held in Houston which is not open to every one who has served in our armed forces—regardless of race."

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Anyone who served in the military should be able to celebrate Armed Forces Day.

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Which statement best provides evidence for the answer to Part A? A. No celebration of Armed Forces Day B. will be held in Houston C. which is not open to every one who has served D. regardless of race.

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which is not open to every one who has served