U.S. History Chapter 5 Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

To state freedom from Great Britain. (correct)
To outline the laws of the land.
To create a government structure.
To define the powers of the president.

Which Enlightenment idea influenced the formation of the U.S. government?

Divine Right.
Feudalism.
Separation of Powers. (correct)
Absolute Monarchy.

What was one of the primary goals of labor unions during the industrial era?

Increase the length of working hours
Eliminate skilled labor jobs
Reduce the number of workers in factories
Achieve higher pay for workers (correct)

What did the Federalist Papers primarily explain?

The purpose of the Constitution. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main concern of Anti-Federalists regarding the Constitution?

It granted too much power to the federal government. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which group was typically considered the upper class in the class system established during industrialization?

Owners (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe reasons that compel immigrants to leave their home countries?

Push factors (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are Natural Rights according to Enlightenment thinkers?

Inherent rights that cannot be surrendered. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figure is most noted for organizing women laborers?

Mother Jones (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Supremacy Clause?

The Constitution is the highest law that cannot be challenged. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What tactic could management use to counteract a strike by workers?

Hire strike breakers (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which document first introduced a Bill of Rights in the United States?

U.S. Constitution. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where did European immigrants primarily enter the United States in the late 19th century?

Ellis Island (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Check and Balances' in the U.S. government?

The means by which each branch can limit the powers of the other branches. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was a common characteristic of ethnic neighborhoods formed by immigrants?

Unified religious practices (B) Signup and view all the answers

What were the key factors of production identified in the industrial era?

Land, labor, capital, entrepreneurship (C) Signup and view all the answers

What term describes a businessman who is ruthless in dealing with competitors?

Robber Baron (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following amendments granted women the right to vote?

19th Amendment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of the Populist Party?

To help farmers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which two railroads were involved in the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad?

Union Pacific and Central Pacific (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Social Darwinists believe regarding business competition?

Only the strongest businesses would survive (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

To stop corrupt business practices (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a Company Town?

A town owned and operated by a business owner (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figure is associated with the concept of the Gospel of Wealth?

Andrew Carnegie (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which event is considered the immediate spark that led to the start of World War I?

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the United States' foreign policy regarding World War I at its outset?

Complete neutrality (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was one main reason for the United States' entry into World War I in 1917?

Unrestricted Submarine Warfare by Germany (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which country was the first to mobilize its military, prompting declarations of war?

Russia (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which plan did Germany implement that involved declaring war on France?

The Schlieffen Plan (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was a major characteristic of unskilled labor after industrialization?

The work involved repetitive tasks without learning a trade. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does imperialism primarily involve?

Expanding a nation's territory through acquisition. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which foreign policy approach is characterized by promoting democratic ideals abroad?

Moral diplomacy (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the relationship between workers and employers change during industrialization?

Employers frequently replaced workers without knowledge of their personal lives. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Spanish American War?

The United States gained territories in both Cuba and the Philippines. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle behind the Monroe Doctrine?

Warning Europeans against colonial expansion in the Western Hemisphere. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'yellow journalism' refer to?

Exaggerated news reporting that swayed public opinion. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Theodore Roosevelt's 'big stick policy' emphasize?

Forceful diplomacy to achieve U.S. objectives. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What perspective argues against having large armies due to their threat to democracy?

Anti-imperialism (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a core belief of anti-imperialism regarding race competition in the U.S.?

Encouraging other races to compete for jobs is beneficial. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary purpose of the Sussex Pledge?

To prevent unrestricted submarine warfare against American ships. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following concepts signifies a country preparing for war?

Mobilization (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which agreement indicated Germany's commitment to support Austria-Hungary if Russia mobilized?

Blank Check (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does self-determination refer to in the context of government?

Allowing people to choose their own governmental structure. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which military agreement involved Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy prior to World War One?

Triple Alliance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary geographical location of trench warfare during World War One?

Western Front (C) Signup and view all the answers

Declaration of Independence

A document written by the Founding Fathers listing reasons why the American colonies declared independence from Great Britain. It also outlined key values like natural rights and self-governance.

Enlightenment

A philosophical movement that emphasized reason, logic, and scientific inquiry. It challenged traditional authority and supported individual rights and freedoms.

Northwest Ordinance

A set of laws passed by Congress in 1787, which established a process for governing new territories west of the original 13 colonies. This included a system for creating new states and prohibiting slavery.

Articles of Confederation

The first government of the United States, established after the Revolutionary War. It created a weak central government with limited powers, leading to problems with national unity and debt.