U.S. History MSTEP Review

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A U.S. diplomat travels to Eastern Europe to help coordinate economic aid and military alliances with newly independent nations. This action is most clearly an example of which Cold War strategy?

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Containment

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During World War II, many women entered the workforce to fill jobs left vacant by enlisted men. This change is best characterized as:

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A factor that later contributed to evolving gender roles in the postwar era

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In response to World War I, the U.S. government passed laws that curtailed certain civil liberties, such as freedom of speech, to maintain national security. The most likely consequence of these measures was: Suppression of dissent and criticism of the war effort

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Suppression of dissent and criticism of the war effort

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A historian studying U.S. census data from 1790 to 1940 notes a dramatic shift from a predominantly rural population to one increasingly concentrated in urban centers. This trend is most directly related to:

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The impact of industrialization and improved transportation

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In the early 1900s, factory workers organized strikes and formed unions in response to dangerous working conditions and low wages. Which of the following best describes this labor response?

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A strategy to secure improved working conditions and fair wages

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After World War II, the rapid expansion of suburban communities and the enactment of policies such as the GI Bill led to which of the following trends?

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The growth of a middle-class society and increased suburbanization

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The mass production of automobiles in the early 20th century transformed the American economy. Which of the following was a major consequence of this transformation? Options: Reduced demand for road infrastructure, Expansion of related industries (e.g., steel, rubber) and growth of consumer culture, A decline in suburban development, Decreased manufacturing employment nationwide

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Expansion of related industries (e.g., steel, rubber) and growth of consumer culture

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Following the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920, which granted women the right to vote, American politics experienced:

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An expansion of the electorate and gradual shifts in policy focus

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Which of the following factors most contributed to the rise of the United States as a major industrial power during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
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Isolation from international trade,
Abundant natural resources and rapid technological innovation,
Strict governmental controls over business,
A predominantly agrarian economy

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Abundant natural resources and rapid technological innovation

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After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the United States emerged as the world’s sole super-power. Which action best exemplifies its global role during this period? A policy of strict isolationism from international affairs, Withdrawing completely from international organizations, Substantially reducing its defense and foreign aid budgets.

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Leading multinational coalitions and promoting democratic values worldwide