US Government and Economy Quiz

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What was a primary criticism of the New Deal?

It didn't address racial inequality.

It did not promote state rights.

It created too much bureaucracy. (correct)

It excessively limited free market principles. (correct)

How can a government enhance consumer spending during an economic downturn?

By implementing stimulus programs. (correct)

By increasing taxes on the wealthy.

By cutting public services.

By reducing regulation on businesses.

What was the main issue with the Articles of Confederation?

It led to federal overreach.

It encouraged trade restrictions between states.

It lacked a strong central authority. (correct)

It did not allow for any amendments.

What effect did the first three articles of the US Constitution have on power distribution?

They divided powers among three branches. Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a factor that characterizes the US as a republican form of government?

Citizens have direct control over laws. Signup and view all the answers

What is imperialism?

The policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force. Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary reason justifying US imperialism?

Economic interests in foreign markets. Signup and view all the answers

What was social Darwinism used to justify in business?

The belief that only the strong should succeed economically Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

To combat monopolies and promote competition Signup and view all the answers

What event caused the US to enter World War I?

The Zimmerman Telegram. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Plessy v Ferguson ruling affect Jim Crow laws?

It legitimized and reinforced segregationist policies. Signup and view all the answers

Why was rationing promoted by the US government during WWI?

To conserve resources for military needs. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant economic condition in the US during the Roaring 20s?

Rapid economic growth and consumer spending. Signup and view all the answers

What would be one reason a businessman might fear communism?

It seeks to abolish private property and redistribute wealth. Signup and view all the answers

What was 'buying on margin' in the context of the stock market?

Borrowing money to pay for a portion of a stock's purchase. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of railroads on the development of America?

They improved communication between industries. Signup and view all the answers

Why did many early child labor laws get ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court?

They were overly restrictive on parents' rights. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a cause of the Great Depression?

Overproduction and falling prices in agriculture. Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why the business boom bypassed the South in the late 1800s?

The South focused solely on agriculture and ignored industrial development. Signup and view all the answers

What were the 3Rs of the New Deal?

Relief, recovery, and reform. Signup and view all the answers

What does collective bargaining involve?

Negotiations between employers and employees about work conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 9 - New Deal

Many criticized the New Deal due to high spending.
Critics believed the spending was excessive and detrimental to the economy.

Chapter 10 - Constitution

The Articles of Confederation had a major problem: a weak central government.
The first three articles of the U.S. Constitution established the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
The Constitution established a system of checks and balances to prevent any one branch from overpowering the others.
The Northwest Ordinance was a framework for organizing and governing the nation's territories.

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Test your knowledge on key criticisms of the New Deal, consumer spending strategies during economic downturns, and the foundational issues of the Articles of Confederation. Explore how the US Constitution affected the distribution of power and the characteristics that define the republican form of government.