STAAR Review #4

The Progressive goal to implement women's suffrage was accomplished by -

• A national referendum.

• An executive order.

• A Supreme Court decision.

• A constitutional amendment.

Earth Day was created for the purpose of -

• Celebrating the diversity of humankind.

• Honoring the world's agricultural workers.

• Raising awareness of environmental issues.

• Promoting peace throughout the world.

The Korean War was an effort by the United States to -

• Carry out its policy of containing the spread of communism.

• Keep its economy strong by maintaining wartime activities.

• Secure additional Asian trading partners.

• Extend the principles of the Marshall Plan to Asia.

One reason the 2008 presidential election was historically significant is that it was the first time -

• Traditionally Republican states voted Democratic.

• Voters used computerized ballots.

• An African American won the presidency.

• A Southerner won the vice-presidency.

What was one direct effect of World War II activities like those promoted by this poster?

• Changes in the traditional roles of women.

• The establishment of women's suffrage.

• Combat training for women.

• The election of women political leaders.

Which of the following contributed most to the development of Hooverville's?

• The rise of corporate monopolies.

• Strict banking regulations and high income tax rates.

• The influx of immigrants into urban areas.

• High unemployment and widespread home foreclosures.

Which of the following is an example of fulfilling a civic responsibility?

• Interviewing for employment.

• Reporting for jury duty.

• Collecting donations for charities.

• Preserving records of ethnic ancestry.

- College "Teach-Ins"

- Burning draft cards

- Mass Demonstrations

Which of the following is the best title for this list?

• Protests Against the Vietnam War.

• Opposition to the Arms Race.

• Support for Gender Equality.

• Demands to Stop Dumping Chemical Waste.

The main reason the US launched military operations in Afghanistan in October 2001 was to -

• Prevent genocide.

• Seize weapons of mass destruction.

• Destroy an international terrorist organization.

• Overthrow an absolute monarchy.

Which of the following was a direct result of the Civil Rights Movement?

• An increase in respect for suburban housewives.

• Increased political participation by minority groups.

• The revitalization of inner cities.

• Increased migration to rural areas.