History Quiz: From World Wars to the Roaring Twenties

What was a major cause of World War I?

• The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

• The invasion of Poland

• The Great Depression

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

How did Texas contribute to the U.S. effort in World War II?

• By providing military leadership only

• Through agricultural production and military training bases

• Solely by manufacturing aircraft

• By staying neutral and not participating

What was a major cause of the Great Depression?

• The end of World War II

• The stock market crash of 1929

• The assassination of a political leader

• A major natural disaster in the United States

During World War II, what was a common activity on the Homefront to support the war effort?

• Hosting lavish parties to raise morale

• Rationing of food and materials

• Boycotting European goods

• Sending troops overseas

What was a significant outcome of the aftermath of World War II?

• The immediate start of World War III

• The creation of the United Nations

• The end of the Great Depression

• The beginning of the Cold War

What characterized the Roaring Twenties?

• Economic depression and war

• Technological stagnation

• Cultural and economic prosperity

• Political isolationism and decline

Which event is considered a direct trigger for World War I?

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Berlin Conference

• The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

• The sinking of the Lusitania

What role did Texas play in World War II regarding military personnel?

• Texas was the leading state in terms of soldiers who served.

• No significant military personnel came from Texas.

• Texas primarily provided naval personnel.

• Texas was known for its air force pilots.

What was one of the main economic causes of the Great Depression?

• Overproduction and underconsumption

• A surplus of employment opportunities

• Low levels of stock market investment

• Increased government spending

How did American citizens contribute to the war effort on the Homefront during World War II?

• By participating in mandatory military service

• Through the purchase of war bonds

• Ignoring rationing rules to boost morale

• By refusing to participate in blackout drills