Period 7 Questions

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What event dramatized the poor working conditions leading to federal regulations to protect workers?

Literary clubs formation

Wilson's Anti-Trust policies

Muller v. Oregon (1908) (correct)

Settlement Houses establishment

Which president worked with John Muir and Gifford Pinchot to set aside national forests and make plans to irrigate the arid west?

Taft

Eugene Debs

Teddy Roosevelt (correct)

Wilson

What did Teddy Roosevelt's 'Square Deal' aim to control?

Corporations, consumer protection & conservation (correct)

Immigration laws

International trade policies

Labor unions

In the 1912 Republican convention, who formed his own party due to a schism between him and Taft's 'Old Guard'?

Roosevelt Signup and view all the answers

'New Freedom', advocated by Wilson, favored which of the following business structures?

Small enterprise, entrepreneurship & unregulated free markets Signup and view all the answers

Which act widened the scope of business practices considered objectionable and benefitted labor by exempting labor and agricultural organizations from anti-trust prosecution?

Clayton Anti-Trust Act Signup and view all the answers

'Moral Diplomacy' was associated with which US President's foreign policy?

Wilson Signup and view all the answers

'Dollar Diplomacy' involved using American investment abroad for political influence during the presidency of:

Taft Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Progressives?

To regain power for the people from the wealthy elite Signup and view all the answers

What did the Expanding Democracy Initiative allow citizens to do?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment introduced the direct election of senators?

17th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the secret ballot during the Progressive Era?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which author exposed the corrupt tactics of Standard Oil through their writing?

Ida Tarbell Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 18th Amendment during the Progressive Era?

It prohibited the production and sale of alcohol Signup and view all the answers

Which book by Upton Sinclair exposed the harsh conditions in the meatpacking industry?

The Jungle Signup and view all the answers

What term was used to describe investigative journalists who brought societal problems to public attention?

Muckrakers Signup and view all the answers

How did women typically frame their activities during the Progressive Era?

As an extension of their domestic sphere Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment introduced the income tax during the Progressive Era?

16th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

Who led the National Consumers League and later became a factory inspector?

Florence Kelley Signup and view all the answers

Which event led to federal regulations to protect workers by dramatizing the poor working conditions?

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire Signup and view all the answers

Who is known as the true 'Trust Buster' for dissolving Standard Oil in 1911?

Taft Signup and view all the answers

'Dollar Diplomacy' under which president aimed to boost American political influence through investments abroad?

Taft Signup and view all the answers

'New Nationalism' was advocated by which party formed by Roosevelt during the 1912 election?

Bull Moose Party Signup and view all the answers

'Moral Diplomacy' in foreign policy was associated with which US President?

Wilson Signup and view all the answers

'New Freedom' advocated by Wilson favored which business structure during the Progressive Era?

Small enterprise Signup and view all the answers

'Square Deal' introduced by Teddy Roosevelt aimed to control which entities?

Trusts Signup and view all the answers

'Trusts' were the third part of the 'wall of privilege,' and which act made provisions to widen the scope of objectionable business practices?

Clayton Anti-Trust Act Signup and view all the answers

'Dollar Diplomacy' under which president aimed to boost American political influence through investments abroad?

Taft Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Progressives during the early 20th century?

To strengthen the power of the federal government and regulate social and economic problems Signup and view all the answers

How did women typically frame their activities during the Progressive Era?

As an extension of their domestic duties and role in the private sphere Signup and view all the answers

Which book by Upton Sinclair exposed the harsh conditions in the meatpacking industry?

The Jungle Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment introduced the income tax during the Progressive Era?

16th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the secret ballot during the Progressive Era?

To prevent voter coercion and ensure the integrity of elections Signup and view all the answers

What did the Expanding Democracy Initiative allow citizens to do?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which author exposed the corrupt tactics of Standard Oil through their writing?

Ida Tarbell Signup and view all the answers

Which president worked with John Muir and Gifford Pinchot to set aside national forests and make plans to irrigate the arid west?

Theodore Roosevelt Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 18th Amendment during the Progressive Era?

It prohibited the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages Signup and view all the answers

Which act widened the scope of business practices considered objectionable and benefitted labor by exempting labor and agricultural organizations from anti-trust prosecution?

The Clayton Antitrust Act Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Palmer Raids in 1919?

To arrest those suspected of plotting bombings Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Harding's 'return to normalcy' policy?

To boost the post-War economy Signup and view all the answers

Which movement revived the Ku Klux Klan?

The rise of Social Darwinism Signup and view all the answers

Who were the 'flappers' in the 1920s?

Women who began to dress in more revealing clothes and drink and smoke in public Signup and view all the answers

How did President Coolidge treat businesses during his presidency in the 1920s?

Reduced taxes for both businesses and individuals Signup and view all the answers

What was the 'Great Migration' in the 1920s?

The movement of African Americans to the North Signup and view all the answers

What benefit did mass production techniques, like Henry Ford's assembly line, bring to the American economy?

Decrease in product prices Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Charles Lindbergh's 1927 flight across the Atlantic?

It made him a worldwide celebrity Signup and view all the answers

What societal trend grew as a result of the introduction of installment plans for expensive products?

Growth of organized crime Signup and view all the answers

How did the Harlem Renaissance impact African-American culture in the 1920s?

It produced a flourishing of African-American music and art, especially jazz Signup and view all the answers

What belief system led people to try to prevent undesirable individuals from reproducing in the 1920s?

Eugenics Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the secret ballot during the Progressive Era?

To allow citizens to participate more directly in democracy Signup and view all the answers

Which president worked with John Muir and Gifford Pinchot to set aside national forests and make plans to irrigate the arid west?

Teddy Roosevelt Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Progressives during the early 20th century?

To control trusts and monopolies Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary factor that contributed to the economic boom during the Roaring Twenties?

Soldiers returning from war and providing labor Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred for women during the Roaring Twenties?

Women gained the right to vote with the 19th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason behind the "Red Scare" in America?

Fear of communists attempting to overthrow the government Signup and view all the answers

How did the cultural divide between rural and urban areas manifest during the Roaring Twenties?

A greater moral and cultural divide grew between rural and urban life Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of new technology and production techniques during the Roaring Twenties?

They led to the development of affordable new products Signup and view all the answers

What was the government's stance towards businesses during the Roaring Twenties?

It passed pro-business legislation to promote economic growth Signup and view all the answers

What caused the New York Stock Market to collapse on October 29, 1929?

Overspeculation Signup and view all the answers

How did Herbert Hoover initially respond to the Great Depression?

Took little action due to belief in laissez-faire economy Signup and view all the answers

Which event led to many people losing vast amounts of money and resulted in reduced buying power?

Stock Market Crash on 'Black Tuesday' Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant consequence of people losing their jobs during the Great Depression?

Businesses had to lay off workers Signup and view all the answers

What was the main factor that led to millions of people moving from the Great Plains to California seeking economic opportunity?

'Dust Bowl' caused by drought Signup and view all the answers

What did the Smoot-Hawley Tariff result in during the Great Depression?

Decreased international trade Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Roosevelt's New Deal plan?

To stimulate the economy and end the Great Depression Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Federal Emergency Relief Act and the Public Works Administration under Roosevelt's New Deal?

To provide cheap emergency loans to homeowners and farmers Signup and view all the answers

Which organization was established to ensure that money deposits were safe even if a bank failed during Roosevelt's presidency?

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Signup and view all the answers

How did Roosevelt's monetary policy aim to prevent the economy from going into a depression?

By lowering interest rates to increase the money supply Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason behind Roosevelt's encouragement for Americans to rely on paper money instead of gold?

To increase the supply of money in circulation Signup and view all the answers

What role did the Supreme Court play in challenging some of Roosevelt's New Deal legislation?

Declaring some New Deal laws as unconstitutional Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the proposals made by Dr. Francis Townsend to stimulate the economy during the Great Depression?

$200 monthly allowance for senior citizens Signup and view all the answers

'Moral Diplomacy' was associated with which US President's foreign policy?

Woodrow Wilson Signup and view all the answers

What effect did Roosevelt's New Deal have on the power of the Federal Government?

Increased government involvement in economic matters Signup and view all the answers

What was the main impact of Roosevelt's 'fireside chats'?

Boosting confidence and encouragement among Americans Signup and view all the answers

Which event resulted in the death of 5,000 American soldiers during World War II?

The Bataan Death March Signup and view all the answers

Where did the scientists involved in the Manhattan Project work to develop the atomic bomb during World War II?

Los Alamos, New Mexico Signup and view all the answers

Which major battle in the Pacific gave the U.S. the upper hand during World War II?

The Battle of Midway Signup and view all the answers

What happened after the U.S. dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II?

The Japanese surrendered, bringing an end to World War II Signup and view all the answers

How was Germany divided at the close of World War II?

Germany was divided into four zones, each controlled by the U.S., France, Britain, and the Soviet Union. Signup and view all the answers

Which technological developments during World War II helped the Allies win the war?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II?

To force the Japanese to surrender without an American invasion Signup and view all the answers

How did the occupying countries educate the German citizens on the horrors of the Nazi party after World War II?

They established de-Nazification programs to remove Nazi influences Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the technological developments during World War II?

They helped the Allies win the war and had a significant impact on future technological advancements Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason the U.S. chose to drop atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki instead of invading Japan?

To force the Japanese to surrender without the loss of American lives in an invasion Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Navajo Code Talkers during WWII?

Transmitting secret code communications between the allies Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the beginning of Operation Overlord during WWII?

The Battle of Normandy Signup and view all the answers

Who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his actions during WWII?

Vernon Baker Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of the Bulge during WWII?

It marked Germany's final offensive campaign Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Nuremberg trials after WWII?

To convict high ranking German officials responsible for the Holocaust Signup and view all the answers

Where was General Dwight Eisenhower leading allied soldiers on D-Day during WWII?

Normandy Signup and view all the answers

What action did Americans take to support the U.S. government raise funds for WWII?

Purchased War Bonds Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of Operation Overlord in WWII?

Liberate Western Europe from German control Signup and view all the answers

Which group was responsible for transmitting secret code communications between Allies during WWII?

Navajo Code Talkers Signup and view all the answers

What role did African Americans play in WWII?

Served in military roles after proving their skill at Tuskegee Airmen unit Signup and view all the answers

Which dictator took control of Germany and vowed his Nazi socialist party would gain more land?

Adolf Hitler Signup and view all the answers

What was the policy of appeasement adopted by Britain and France in response to Hitler's annexation of Austria and Sudetenland?

They allowed Hitler to proceed, fearing another world war Signup and view all the answers

Which event led to the United States entering World War II?

The attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a cause that led to World War II?

The attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan Signup and view all the answers

Which country established itself as a fascist state during the period leading up to World War II?

Italy Signup and view all the answers

What was the United States' stance at the beginning of World War II?

Neutral and boycotting goods from certain nations Signup and view all the answers

Which dictator took control of the Soviet Union and promised to spread communism?

Joseph Stalin Signup and view all the answers

What event sparked France and Britain's declaration of war on Germany, igniting World War II?

The invasion of Poland Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the events leading up to World War II is NOT true?

Britain and France formed an alliance with the Soviet Union against Germany Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the attack on Pearl Harbor for the United States?

It led the U.S. to declare war on Japan Signup and view all the answers

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What event dramatized the poor working conditions leading to federal regulations to protect workers?

Which president worked with John Muir and Gifford Pinchot to set aside national forests and make plans to irrigate the arid west?

What did Teddy Roosevelt's 'Square Deal' aim to control?

In the 1912 Republican convention, who formed his own party due to a schism between him and Taft's 'Old Guard'?

'New Freedom', advocated by Wilson, favored which of the following business structures?

Which act widened the scope of business practices considered objectionable and benefitted labor by exempting labor and agricultural organizations from anti-trust prosecution?

'Moral Diplomacy' was associated with which US President's foreign policy?

'Dollar Diplomacy' involved using American investment abroad for political influence during the presidency of:

What was the primary goal of the Progressives?

What did the Expanding Democracy Initiative allow citizens to do?

Which amendment introduced the direct election of senators?

What was the purpose of the secret ballot during the Progressive Era?

Which author exposed the corrupt tactics of Standard Oil through their writing?

What was the significance of the 18th Amendment during the Progressive Era?

Which book by Upton Sinclair exposed the harsh conditions in the meatpacking industry?

What term was used to describe investigative journalists who brought societal problems to public attention?

How did women typically frame their activities during the Progressive Era?

Which amendment introduced the income tax during the Progressive Era?

Who led the National Consumers League and later became a factory inspector?

Which event led to federal regulations to protect workers by dramatizing the poor working conditions?

Who is known as the true 'Trust Buster' for dissolving Standard Oil in 1911?

'Dollar Diplomacy' under which president aimed to boost American political influence through investments abroad?

'New Nationalism' was advocated by which party formed by Roosevelt during the 1912 election?

'Moral Diplomacy' in foreign policy was associated with which US President?

'New Freedom' advocated by Wilson favored which business structure during the Progressive Era?

'Square Deal' introduced by Teddy Roosevelt aimed to control which entities?

'Trusts' were the third part of the 'wall of privilege,' and which act made provisions to widen the scope of objectionable business practices?

'Dollar Diplomacy' under which president aimed to boost American political influence through investments abroad?

What was the primary goal of the Progressives during the early 20th century?

How did women typically frame their activities during the Progressive Era?

Which book by Upton Sinclair exposed the harsh conditions in the meatpacking industry?

Which amendment introduced the income tax during the Progressive Era?

What was the purpose of the secret ballot during the Progressive Era?

What did the Expanding Democracy Initiative allow citizens to do?

Which author exposed the corrupt tactics of Standard Oil through their writing?

Which president worked with John Muir and Gifford Pinchot to set aside national forests and make plans to irrigate the arid west?

What was the significance of the 18th Amendment during the Progressive Era?

Which act widened the scope of business practices considered objectionable and benefitted labor by exempting labor and agricultural organizations from anti-trust prosecution?

What was the significance of the Palmer Raids in 1919?

What was the primary goal of Harding's 'return to normalcy' policy?

Which movement revived the Ku Klux Klan?

Who were the 'flappers' in the 1920s?

How did President Coolidge treat businesses during his presidency in the 1920s?

What was the 'Great Migration' in the 1920s?

What benefit did mass production techniques, like Henry Ford's assembly line, bring to the American economy?

What was the significance of Charles Lindbergh's 1927 flight across the Atlantic?

What societal trend grew as a result of the introduction of installment plans for expensive products?

How did the Harlem Renaissance impact African-American culture in the 1920s?

What belief system led people to try to prevent undesirable individuals from reproducing in the 1920s?

What was the purpose of the secret ballot during the Progressive Era?

Which president worked with John Muir and Gifford Pinchot to set aside national forests and make plans to irrigate the arid west?

What was the primary goal of the Progressives during the early 20th century?

What was the primary factor that contributed to the economic boom during the Roaring Twenties?

What significant change occurred for women during the Roaring Twenties?

What was the primary reason behind the "Red Scare" in America?

How did the cultural divide between rural and urban areas manifest during the Roaring Twenties?

What was the impact of new technology and production techniques during the Roaring Twenties?

What was the government's stance towards businesses during the Roaring Twenties?

What caused the New York Stock Market to collapse on October 29, 1929?

How did Herbert Hoover initially respond to the Great Depression?

Which event led to many people losing vast amounts of money and resulted in reduced buying power?

What was one significant consequence of people losing their jobs during the Great Depression?

What was the main factor that led to millions of people moving from the Great Plains to California seeking economic opportunity?

What did the Smoot-Hawley Tariff result in during the Great Depression?

What was the primary goal of Roosevelt's New Deal plan?

What was the purpose of the Federal Emergency Relief Act and the Public Works Administration under Roosevelt's New Deal?

Which organization was established to ensure that money deposits were safe even if a bank failed during Roosevelt's presidency?

How did Roosevelt's monetary policy aim to prevent the economy from going into a depression?

What was the main reason behind Roosevelt's encouragement for Americans to rely on paper money instead of gold?

What role did the Supreme Court play in challenging some of Roosevelt's New Deal legislation?

What was one of the proposals made by Dr. Francis Townsend to stimulate the economy during the Great Depression?

'Moral Diplomacy' was associated with which US President's foreign policy?

What effect did Roosevelt's New Deal have on the power of the Federal Government?

What was the main impact of Roosevelt's 'fireside chats'?

Which event resulted in the death of 5,000 American soldiers during World War II?

Where did the scientists involved in the Manhattan Project work to develop the atomic bomb during World War II?