SAT US History Flashcards

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Which of the following is the best definition for the economic term overspeculation?

Making investments based on the theoretical value of a company rather than its actual value (correct)

Investing in government bonds

Buying stocks without any research

Investing in high-risk startups

The government body most responsible for deciding how to raise federal revenue is the?

House of Representatives

Colonies were established in the New World for the purpose of gaining each of the following EXCEPT?

Land for agriculture

Trade opportunities

Resources

Manufacturing sites (correct)

Which of the following shaped US policy in South America in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a right guaranteed by the US Constitution?

The right to petition the government for a redress of grievances Signup and view all the answers

The statement made by William Jennings Bryan in 1896 was intended as a defense of?

The American farmer Signup and view all the answers

The Dred Scott decision led to the nullification of the?

Missouri Compromise Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following were true of indentured servants?

They worked for a period of several years in exchange for passage to the Americas. Signup and view all the answers

US policy toward Native American tribes in the West during the 1880's can best be described as?

Inconsistent Signup and view all the answers

The First Continental Congress met in order to?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

One result of the Marshall Plan of 1948 was?

The shipment of food, raw materials, and machinery to postwar Europe Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are examples of post-WW1 isolationism in the US except?

Suspension of trade with European nations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lists the admissions of states into the union in the correct chronological order?

Virginia, Ohio, Nebraska, Wyoming Signup and view all the answers

The political movement depicted in the cartoon eventually led to which of the following federal regulations?

The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 Signup and view all the answers

Each of the following was provided to returning WW2 veterans under the GI Bill except?

Free healthcare Signup and view all the answers

The Quaker community faced hardship in England for each of the following reasons EXCEPT?

Refusal to participate in worship services without a trained minister Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was one of the most important political ramifications of the Treaty of Paris, which ended the French and Indian War in 1763?

France ceded all of its territory east of the Mississippi River to Britain Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following developments paved the way for pioneers to settle the American West from Texas to the Pacific Ocean?

The End of the Mexican-American War in 1848 Signup and view all the answers

To whom was President Richard Nixon referring when he appealed to the 'silent majority' in the late 1960's?

Those Americans who did not take an active role in politics but were supportive of Nixon's conservative policies Signup and view all the answers

Each of the following helps to explain why the American colonists encountered great difficulties during the first year of the Revolutionary War EXCEPT?

The colonial forces had had less than half of the troop strength of the British army Signup and view all the answers

The map above most likely shows which of the following?

Divisions of allegiance among states and territories in 1861 Signup and view all the answers

In what way was the Rhode Island colony unique among American colonies in the seventeenth century?

It provided religious freedom to persecuted groups such as Quakers and Jews Signup and view all the answers

FDR made the proclamation 'The only thing we have to fear is...fear itself...' in reference to which national crisis?

The Great Depression Signup and view all the answers

Each of the following was a devastating effect of the European colonization of the Americas EXCEPT?

The widespread enslavement of native populations for work on plantations Signup and view all the answers

In which geographical areas were women the most numerically strong during the colonial period?

The frontier regions Signup and view all the answers

The election of 1824 is notable in part because?

It returned the country to factional two-party politics Signup and view all the answers

From which countries did the majority of 'New Immigrants' to the US arrive in the years following the Civil War?

Italy, Greece, Russia, China Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the time period when the Whig party started to decline in numbers and influence?

The 1850's Signup and view all the answers

The Utopian community of Shakers in the eighteenth century was unique in part because of its belief in?

The equality of the sexes Signup and view all the answers

MLK's acceptance speech at the Nobel Prize ceremony in 1964 expresses?

Hope for peace and brotherhood Signup and view all the answers

The poster above most likely reflects the ideals of which of the following federal programs?

The New Deal Signup and view all the answers

The Iroquois tribes in what is now the state of New York lived in which type of dwelling during the colonial period?

Large longhouses made of wooden frames and bark Signup and view all the answers

The 'Triple Entente' refers to the alliance among which nations in the period immediately before WW1?

Britain, France, Russia Signup and view all the answers

In 1791, why did Thomas Jefferson and James Madison oppose Alexander Hamilton's proposal for high protective tariffs?

They worried that such a move would render industries overly reliant upon federal aid Signup and view all the answers

In the early years of the twentieth century, the majority of female workers employed outside of the home were?

Young and unmarried Signup and view all the answers

Single women and widows in the eighteenth century British North American colonies had the legal right to?

Own property Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was most responsible for the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766?

The boycott of British imports Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the response of Native Americans to North America during the eighteenth century?

Native Americans traded with the French and English as a means of maintaining their autonomy Signup and view all the answers

All of the following were aspects of the Constitution that was submitted to the states for ratification in 1787 EXCEPT?

A two term limit for presidents Signup and view all the answers

The introduction of canals, railroads, and new factory technology in the mid-nineteenth century affected which of the following regions LEAST?

The South Signup and view all the answers

In 1860 a Southern writer, D.R. Hundley, wrote about the Southern Yeoman as?

A group of independent farmers who owned small plots and few, if any, slaves Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following policies is the subject of the cartoon above?

Detente Signup and view all the answers

The chart above supports which of the following statements?

Federal antipoverty programs in the 60's had little impact on the national distribution of income Signup and view all the answers

The Missouri Compromise was, in part, an effort to maintain the balance between the number of northerners and southerners in which of the following US institutions?

The Senate Signup and view all the answers

Advocates of a free silver policy argued that the free coinage of silver would?

Increase the supply of money and end economic depressions Signup and view all the answers

Skilled male workers felt threatened by all of the following changes that occurred in the US economy between 1890 and 1920 EXCEPT the?

Increasingly widespread distribution of inexpensive consumer goods Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was demonstrated by the outcome of the presidential election of 1928?

'Republican prosperity' was a persuasive campaign slogan Signup and view all the answers

The US of the 70's was characterized by an increase in all of the following EXCEPT?

The strength of political party attachments Signup and view all the answers

Colonists in eighteenth century South Carolina benefited from the knowledge of Africans about the cultivation of?

Rice Signup and view all the answers

In the hundred years prior to 1776, which of the following had the LEAST influence on the emergence of the movement for independence in England's North American colonies?

The models provided by the autonomous governments of other English colonies Signup and view all the answers

In the late nineteenth century, the federal government followed a laissez-faire policy toward the economy.

False Signup and view all the answers

Theodore Roosevelt issued his corollary to the Monroe Doctrine primarily because?

The financial difficulties of Caribbean nations threatened to bring about European intervention Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best summarizes the idea expressed in the 1987 cartoon?

Political scandals in the 1980s hurt US standing internationally Signup and view all the answers

Common Sense refers to?

A pamphlet written by Thomas Paine advocating independence Signup and view all the answers

The first American party system, which developed in the 1790's, maintained party discipline at the federal level primarily by means of?

Caucuses Signup and view all the answers

The first major nineteenth century political conflict over the issue of slavery was settled by the?

Missouri Compromise Signup and view all the answers

Edward Bellamy's Looking Backward was a utopian reaction to?

The disillusionment with an increasingly competitive and industrial society Signup and view all the answers

The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 established a?

System of district banks coordinated by a central board Signup and view all the answers

The Korean War and the Vietnam War differed in that only one involved?

Troops under United Nations auspices Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Economic Concepts

Overspeculation involves investing based on a company's theoretical value rather than its actual worth.

Government Structure

The House of Representatives is the primary body responsible for determining federal revenue.

Colonial Purposes

Colonies in the New World aimed to gain resources, land, and trade opportunities, but not manufacturing sites.

US Foreign Policy

Significant policies shaping US relations in South America include the Monroe Doctrine, Roosevelt Corollary, and Good Neighbor Policy.

Constitutional Rights

The US Constitution guarantees the right to petition the government for grievances.

Historical Speeches

William Jennings Bryan defended the American farmer in his 1896 speech about economic struggles.

Legal Decisions

The Dred Scott decision invalidated the Missouri Compromise, escalating tensions over slavery.

Indentured Servants

Indentured servants worked for several years in exchange for passage to the Americas, mainly in southern colonies.

Native American Relations

US policy toward Native American tribes in the 1880s was marked by inconsistency.

Continental Congress

The First Continental Congress convened to voice grievances to England and organize boycotts.

Marshall Plan Effects

The Marshall Plan of 1948 aimed to aid postwar Europe through the delivery of food, raw materials, and machinery.

Post-WWI Isolationism

US isolationism after WWI showcased non-involvement in foreign affairs and military funding reductions, but trade with Europe was sustained.

State Admissions

Virginia, Ohio, Nebraska, and Wyoming joined the Union in that order.

Labor Legislation

The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 was influenced by the political movement during that era.

GI Bill Benefits

The GI Bill aided WWII veterans with low-cost mortgages, loans, education support, and unemployment compensation but did not include free healthcare.

Quaker Hardships

The Quaker community in England faced persecution for their refusal to participate in wars, tax military spending, and engage with honorifics, not for worship practices.

Treaty of Paris Ramifications

The Treaty of Paris in 1763 resulted in France ceding all territories east of the Mississippi River to Britain.

Pioneering Settlements

The end of the Mexican-American War in 1848 facilitated westward migration and settlement.

Nixon's "Silent Majority"

Nixon referenced Americans who quietly supported conservative policies without active political engagement.

Revolutionary War Difficulties

Colonial forces struggled due to divisions over independence, lack of funding, British offers of freedom to slaves, and early military losses impacting morale.

Geographic Maps

A map from 1861 likely illustrates states and territories' allegiances during that period.

Rhode Island's Uniqueness

Rhode Island stood out for its provision of religious freedom to groups like Quakers and Jews in the 17th century.

FDR and the Depression

FDR addressed the Great Depression, emphasizing overcoming fear rather than economic despair.

Colonization Effects

European colonization severely affected indigenous peoples through disease, warfare, and displacement, but did not systematically enslave them.

Women's Role in Colonies

Women were numerically stronger in frontier regions during the colonial period.

Election of 1824

This election marked a return to faction-based two-party politics in the United States.

New Immigrants

Major immigrants post-Civil War came predominantly from Italy, Greece, Russia, and China.

Whig Party Decline

The 1850s saw a significant decline in the Whig party's influence and numbers.

Shaker Beliefs

The Shaker community was notable for its belief in gender equality.

MLK's Nobel Acceptance

MLK's 1964 speech emphasized hope and love in the fight against racism and war.

New Deal Ideals

Propaganda and posters from the 1930s reflected the values of the New Deal initiatives.

Iroquois Housing

The Iroquois tribes in New York utilized large longhouses constructed from wood and bark.

Triple Entente

Prior to WWI, the Triple Entente alliance included France, Russia, and Britain.

Jefferson and Tariffs

Jefferson and Madison opposed Hamilton's high tariffs fearing dependence on federal aid for industries.

Female Workforce in Early 1900s

Most women in the early 20th century workforce were young and unmarried.

Women's Property Rights

Single women and widows retained legal ownership of property in 18th-century British North America.

Stamp Act Repeal

The repeal of the Stamp Act in 1766 was largely due to boycotts of British goods.

Native American Trade

In the 18th century, Native Americans traded with European powers to protect their autonomy.

Constitution Aspects

The 1787 Constitution outlined the ability to levy taxes, declare war, and impeach presidents, omitting a two-term limit for presidents.

Economic Changes in the South

The South was least affected by the mid-19th century advancements like canals and railways.

Southern Yeoman Class

The Southern Yeoman consisted of independent farmers with small landholdings, typically without slaves.

Détente Policies

Political cartoons from the era illustrated the concept of détente in international relations.

Antipoverty Programs Impact

The efficacy of federal antipoverty programs in the 1960s showed little effect on income distribution nationwide.

Missouri Compromise Purpose

The Missouri Compromise aimed to balance Northern and Southern interests in the Senate over slavery.

Free Silver Advocacy

Proponents of free silver believed it would increase money supply and alleviate economic depressions.

Skilled Workers' Concerns

Skilled male workers' concerns didn't stem from the rise of inexpensive consumer goods in the late 19th century.

Presidential Election of 1928

The 1928 election illustrated the persuasive power of the "Republican prosperity" slogan.

1970s US Characterization

The 1970s US saw growth in computer technology, civil rights awareness, migration patterns, and multinational corporations, excluding strong political party attachments.

South Carolina Colonists

Colonists in 18th-century South Carolina utilized African knowledge to cultivate rice effectively.

Independence Movements

Prior to 1776, the least influence on the independence movement came from other colonies' governance models.

Laissez-faire Policies Debate

Evidence against the notion of laissez-faire during the late 19th century includes tariff laws and land grants to railroad companies, but arguments did not consider economic policy during the depression.

Roosevelt's Corollary

Roosevelt's addition to the Monroe Doctrine was motivated by potential European intervention in financially struggling Caribbean nations.

1980s Challenges

Challenges faced by the US in the 1980s included economic deficits and scandals that undermined its international reputation.

Common Sense

Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" was a pivotal work influencing revolutionary sentiment in the colonies.

First American Party System

The 1790s saw the emergence of a coherent party system due to the organization through caucuses.

Slavery Conflict Resolution

The Missouri Compromise resolved initial conflicts over slavery in the early 19th century.

Edward Bellamy's Critique

Edward Bellamy's "Looking Backward" responded to the disillusionment of an increasingly competitive industrial society.

Federal Reserve System

The Federal Reserve Act established a coordinated system of district banks under a central board in 1913.

Korean and Vietnam War Differences

The Korean War uniquely involved United Nations troops, contrasting with the Vietnam War's circumstances.

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