54 Questions
What was the consequence of the news breaking after an American plane was shot down over Nicaragua?
A huge Congressional Investigation took place
Who pardoned the people within Reagan’s administration found guilty in the Iran-Contra Affair?
George H.W. Bush
What is the primary goal of Perestroika under the leadership of Mikhail Gorbachev?
Reforming the Soviet economic system
Which term refers to allowing Soviet citizens more freedoms, including the right to question the government?
Glasnost
How did the U.S. and the Soviet Union respond to the economic collapse that threatened the Soviet Union?
Agreed to reduce nuclear arms and established rapport between leaders
What led to the belief that it was impossible for Ronald Reagan to be clueless about the Iran-Contra Affair?
The significant involvement of people within Reagan's administration
What was one significant outcome of the 1965 Hart-Cellar Act?
It removed the previous quota on immigration from Eastern Europe and other regions of the world
Where were the majority of new immigrants coming from after the 1965 Hart-Cellar Act?
Asia and Latin America
What characterized the 1980s for Native Americans?
Opening of Casinos on tribal lands
What did many believe about American society regarding individual needs?
Too concerned about individual needs at the expense of society as a whole
What impact did the new immigrants have on the U.S. job market?
Willingness to work for low wages and difficult jobs
What caused a change in Native American prosperity in the 1980s?
Court cases making it easier to regulate gambling on tribal lands
What was the primary goal of U.S. Cold War policy in Latin America during the Reagan administration?
To transform authoritarian dictatorships into democracies
What was the purpose of the Boland Amendment passed in 1984?
To prevent the U.S. from providing aid to the Contra in Nicaragua
What was the Iran Contra Affair, and how did it violate U.S. policy?
The CIA sold weapons to Iran in exchange for the release of U.S. hostages in Lebanon, violating a weapons sale ban on Iran
What is the Powell Doctrine, and how was it developed?
U.S. troops could only be sent overseas if there were no other options, the mission was achievable, public opinion supported the action, and there was a clear exit strategy
What were the main criticisms faced by the Reagan administration during their involvement in El Salvador?
The U.S. faced criticism for supporting El Salvador where critics were assassinated
What were the main principles of Perestroika and Glasnost in the Soviet Union during the late 1980s?
Perestroika involved restructuring the Soviet political and economic system, while Glasnost promoted openness and transparency
Who was the first woman to be on the ticket as a V.P. for a major political party in the 1984 Presidential Election?
Geraldine Ferraro
What was the nickname of Ronald Reagan during the 1984 Presidential Election?
The Great Communicator
What was the main focus of the New Democrats?
To shift party politics more to the right-of-center mainstream
What did Ronald Reagan refer to as the 'Evil Empire' in a speech from 1983?
Soviet Union
What was the Strategic Defense Initiative also known as?
Star Wars
What characterized Walter Mondale's supporters in the 1984 Presidential Election?
African Americans and labor unions
What criteria needed to be met for U.S. troops to be sent overseas according to the Powell Doctrine?
Achievable mission, public opinion backing, and a clear exit strategy
How did Reagan aim to transform authoritarian dictatorships in Latin America according to the text?
By providing military aid to support democratic transitions
What was the main outcome of Reagan's support for El Salvador as mentioned in the text?
Criticism and discrimination due to assassinations of critics
How did the U.S. violate its own policies during the Iran Contra Affair?
By covertly selling weapons to Iran despite a weapons sale ban
What was the purpose of the Boland Amendment (1984) related to the Contra in Nicaragua?
To stop U.S. aid from funding anti-Sandinista activities
What was Reagan's approach towards totalitarian governments like the Soviet Union based on the text?
He aimed to transform them into democracies through policies like Perestroika
What was the significance of the Hart-Cellar Act of 1965?
It facilitated the transition from dictatorships to democracies in various countries.
In relation to the Cold War era, what was one effect of Reagan's interaction with Gorbachev?
It fostered a period of reduced tension between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.
What was a consequence of the Soviet Union's economic collapse in the late 1980s?
It contributed to the breakup of the Soviet Union into independent states.
How did Glasnost impact the Soviet citizens' relationship with their government?
It allowed citizens more freedom to question government actions and policies.
What was a significant outcome of Reagan's involvement in aiding the Contra in Nicaragua?
It raised concerns about ethical conduct and accountability within Reagan's administration.
How did the news of an American plane being shot down over Nicaragua impact U.S.-Soviet relations?
It resulted in a period of heightened distrust and suspicion between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.
What significant technological advancement was introduced in the 1980s?
Introduction of the personal computer
Which cultural phenomenon was popular in the film industry during the 1980s?
Huge blockbusters like Star Wars and Indiana Jones
Who created the Christian Coalition, and what was its main goal?
Pat Robertson, to reshape the political agenda in the United States
What was the main outcome of the 1965 Hart-Cellar Act?
Increased immigration from Latin America
What was the main focus of the New Democrats?
Supporting free-market principles and individualism
What was one of Ronald Reagan's economic policies?
Supporting supply-side economics
What was the primary economic policy of the Reagan administration commonly known as?
Supply-Side Economics
Who were the primary politicians involved in the formation of the New Democrats?
Richard Gephardt and Bill Clinton
What was the primary objective of the Hart-Cellar Act of 1965?
To remove racial quotas from immigration laws
Which technological innovation was developed during Reagan's presidency to protect the U.S. from missile attacks?
The Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI)
How did the Reagan administration's cultural policies impact the arts and humanities?
Promotion of traditional American values in art and literature
What was the main effect of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 on the U.S. economy?
Simplified the tax code
What was the primary goal of Supply-Side Economics under the Reagan administration?
To stimulate economic growth by lowering taxes and reducing government regulations
Who were the New Democrats and what was their main focus?
A group of Democrats who focused on appealing to conservative voters and embracing free-market principles
What was the main outcome of the 1965 Hart-Cellar Act?
The Act eliminated quotas based on national origin and established a new immigration policy based on family reunification and skills
How did advancements in technology impact the economy during the Reagan era?
Technological advancements led to an increase in productivity and economic growth, but also contributed to income inequality
How did the culture of individualism impact American society during the Reagan era?
The culture of individualism led to an increase in personal responsibility and a decrease in government dependence
How did the Reagan administration approach the issue of the Soviet Union's economic collapse?
The Reagan administration imposed economic sanctions on the Soviet Union to hasten its economic collapse
Learn about the Powell Doctrine, a set of criteria for sending U.S. troops overseas, and the shift in U.S. Cold War policy towards Latin America using dictatorships to protect American business interests.
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