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Which country became the military and economic leader of the Western world after World War II?
Which country became the military and economic leader of the Western world after World War II?
- Germany
- Soviet Union
- United States (correct)
- Japan
In what year did the United States grant autonomous commonwealth status to Puerto Rico?
In what year did the United States grant autonomous commonwealth status to Puerto Rico?
- 1954
- 1952 (correct)
- 1950
- 1959
When did the United States accomplish the first manned lunar landing?
When did the United States accomplish the first manned lunar landing?
- 1969 (correct)
- 1959
- 1964
- 1973
Which war did the United States participate in from 1950 to 1953?
Which war did the United States participate in from 1950 to 1953?
When were Alaska and Hawaii made states?
When were Alaska and Hawaii made states?
Which government did the United States overthrow in 2003?
Which government did the United States overthrow in 2003?
Study Notes
Post-WWII Global Position
- The United States became the military and economic leader of the Western world after World War II.
Puerto Rico's Status
- In 1952, the United States granted autonomous commonwealth status to Puerto Rico.
Space Exploration
- The United States accomplished the first manned lunar landing in 1969.
Korean War
- The United States participated in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953.
US Statehoods
- Alaska was made a state in 1959.
- Hawaii was made a state in 1959.
Iraq War
- In 2003, the United States overthrew the Iraqi government led by Saddam Hussein.
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Description
"Post-WWII American History: From Cold War to Civil Rights Quiz" Test your knowledge on the pivotal events and milestones of post-World War II America, from the intense rivalry with the Soviet Union to the struggle for civil rights. Explore topics such as the Korean War, U.S. aid to Europe and Japan, Puerto Rico's autonomous commonwealth status, and the fight against racial segregation in schools.
