IQ Analysis | Investigating the Question

How does this reflection by Adams symbolize the motto E Pluribus Unum?

• The many colonies were different yet came together to form one country.

• As one country, the colonies divided into many to confuse the British.

• Despite some differences between the colonies, the country was loyal to the British.

• The divisions that existed between the colonies weakened the new country.

How did the United States respond to the Soviet blockade of Berlin in 1948?

• The United States started economic sanctions that limited trade with the Soviet Union.

• The United States used newly developed tanks to deliver weapons to Allied armies.

• The United States airlifted supplies to prevent starvation in Allied territory.

• The United States placed an embargo on goods from the Soviet Union.

Which statement describes the response of the U.S. government during this time period?

• The United States made an alliance with the Soviet Union for joint control of Greece and Turkey.

• The United States provided military and economic aid to Greece and Turkey.

• The United States imposed economic sanctions against the British government.

• The United States sent military forces to bring an end to the civil war in Greece.

One reason the Korean War ended in a stalemate was because North Korea was aided by thousands of troops from which country?

• Taiwan

• North Vietnam

• Soviet Union

• China

What issue was President Truman referring to in this address?

• Sending U.S. advisors to Vietnam

• Applying containment policies in Korea

• Initiating a naval blockade on China

• Competing in the space race with the Soviet Union

Which statement correctly replaces the question mark on this cause-and-effect diagram?

• A) Congress passed laws establishing health care programs to provide services to people with disabilities.

• B) Congress passed laws offering financial aid to veterans.

• C) Congress passed laws establishing social security to reduce poverty among the elderly.

• D) Congress passed laws reducing the power of labor union leaders.

Which factor MOST LIKELY contributed to this growth?

• Widespread support for civil rights legislation

• Increased public trust of political parties

• Expansion of prosperity because of consumerism

• Greater access to a college education

How did the creation of NASA influence the U.S. economy during the 1960s?

• A) Government investment in scientific research and development led to the establishment of new industries.

• B) Government concern over satellite launches led to calls for the expansion of the military draft.

• C) Government interest in space exploration resulted in reduced federal tax rates.

• D) Government control over information and technology sectors resulted in decreased corporate competition.

How did rock and roll musicians like Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, and Elvis Presley influence American culture in the 1950s?

• By writing folk music ballads that protested U.S. foreign policy

• By popularizing the publishing of ragtime sheet music

• By helping to bring country and western music to the South

• By bringing music with African American roots to mainstream audiences

What was the PRIMARY motive for the U.S. government's policy of supporting the government of South Vietnam?

• Encouraging the spread of economic prosperity

• Preventing the spread of infectious disease

• Containing the spread of communism

• Promoting the spread of democracy