US History Review Flashcards

Questions and Answers

In 1969, opponents of the Vietnam War believed that US involvement was?

unjustified

An important part of President Nixon's domestic policy was?

pragmatism

A result of President Carter's desire to ease tensions with China was?

increased trade

What did the cease-fire that ended the Vietnam War state?

both parties had to respect South Vietnam's right to self-determination Signup and view all the answers

Before the National Organization for Women was founded, efforts to gain equal rights for women resulted in?

few changes by either the government or employers Signup and view all the answers

How many American soldiers died during the Vietnam War?

more than 50,000 Signup and view all the answers

What do women's rights groups today focus on in regard to abortion?

fighting to keep abortions legal Signup and view all the answers

President Carter's policies for increasing economic growth in America?

had a slight impact Signup and view all the answers

In the 1950s and 1960s, women began to want jobs outside the home because of?

increasing life expectancies Signup and view all the answers

As a result of the cuts President Ford made to government spending, unemployment?

increased Signup and view all the answers

What did Americans experience during the oil shock of 1979?

gas shortages Signup and view all the answers

What caused relations to deteriorate between the United States and the Soviet Union in 1979?

The Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan Signup and view all the answers

A result of the Iranian hostage crisis was that?

the hostages were freed in 1981 after President Reagan's inauguration Signup and view all the answers

In 1972, the Watergate break-in occurred at the offices of?

the Democratic National Committee Signup and view all the answers

Which is a true statement about the US economic climate during the 1970s?

Inflation and unemployment rates were high Signup and view all the answers

After peace talks between the United States and North Vietnam stalled, which occurred first?

Communist forces invaded South Vietnam Signup and view all the answers

How did the weakening of the Soviet Union affect other nations in Europe?

Weakened countries with communist governments Signup and view all the answers

Which did Ronald Reagan promise to do during his presidential campaign in 1980?

Support equal rights amendments Signup and view all the answers

The Vietnam War affected the US economy during the early 1970s by?

creating stagflation Signup and view all the answers

The meaning of the Russian term glasnost in English is?

'openness' Signup and view all the answers

An example of workplace inequality would be?

women earning less than men for similar work Signup and view all the answers

What strategy did the National Organization for Women adopt shortly after its founding?

creating subcommittees to deal with inequality Signup and view all the answers

Why did President Reagan call for Soviet leader Gorbachev to 'tear down' the Berlin Wall?

He believed that the wall's removal would signal a new era of freedom Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes China's status during the 1980s?

China was a communist power Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following occurred after the Berlin Wall fell?

Much of Europe formed a single economic market Signup and view all the answers

The Senate hoped to learn from the Watergate tapes?

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Many opponents of abortion today are motivated by?

religious beliefs Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes Nixon's assessment of how Americans felt about the Vietnam War when he became president in 1969?

Nixon overestimated people's support for his Vietnam policies and underestimated opposition to continuing the war Signup and view all the answers

In May of 1970, which event increased Americans' mistrust of their government?

the killing of four students at Kent State University Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes events in Vietnam during the Ford Administration?

South Vietnam fell to North Vietnam Signup and view all the answers

Which best explains how Ronald Reagan's economic message helped him win the 1980 presidential election?

Many Americans agreed with Reagan, saying that taxes needed to be increased to fund government programs Signup and view all the answers

Based on his economic policy, President Reagan believed that most Americans would experience?

economic benefits Signup and view all the answers

Anwar al-Sadat and Menachem Begin won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1978 for?

Signing the Camp David Accords Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vietnam War and Its Aftermath

In 1969, many opponents regarded US involvement in the Vietnam War as unjustified.
The Vietnam War resulted in over 50,000 American soldier fatalities.
The cease-fire ending the Vietnam War mandated both parties respect South Vietnam's self-determination.
Following the war, South Vietnam was invaded by communist forces when peace talks faltered.

Domestic Policies and Economic Issues

President Nixon's domestic policy was characterized by pragmatism.
Under President Ford, cuts to government spending led to increased unemployment rates.
The early 1970s saw stagflation in the US economy, attributed to the Vietnam War's impact.
President Carter's economic growth policies had only a slight effect on the economy.

Women's Rights Movement

Prior to the National Organization for Women's establishment, advocacy for women's rights produced limited changes.
In the 1950s and 1960s, women sought jobs outside the home as life expectancies increased.
The National Organization for Women focused on workplace inequalities, such as pay disparities between genders.

International Relations and Conflicts

President Carter aimed to ease tensions with China, resulting in increased trade.
Relations between the US and Soviet Union soured in 1979 after the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.
The Iranian hostage crisis concluded in 1981, shortly after President Reagan took office.

Key Historical Events

The Watergate break-in at the Democratic National Committee occurred in 1972.
The oil shock of 1979 led to notable gas shortages across the United States.
The killing of four students at Kent State University in 1970 heightened public distrust in the government.
The fall of the Berlin Wall marked a significant change in Europe's political landscape.

Reagan Era and Policies

Ronald Reagan's 1980 campaign promised support for equal rights amendments.
Reagan's economic message, focusing on tax reductions, resonated widely, helping him secure victory in the presidential election.
Economic benefits under Reagan's policies were expected to positively impact the majority of Americans.

Significant Themes in International Relations

The term "glasnost," meaning "openness," defined a key policy in the late Soviet Union under Gorbachev.
Following the Berlin Wall's fall, Europe began forming a more integrated economic market.

Contemporary women's rights groups prioritize the legal status of abortion and fight to keep it legal.
Many current opponents of abortion are influenced by their religious beliefs.

Peace Agreements and Recognition

Anwar al-Sadat and Menachem Begin received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1978 for their roles in the Camp David Accords.

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Test your knowledge on key concepts in US history with these flashcards. Focused on historical events and policies from the Vietnam War to Nixon and Carter's domestic policies, this review will help you solidify your understanding. Perfect for students preparing for exams or anyone interested in American history.