STAAR US History Questions: 1970s - 1980s (Updated)

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Which term completes this text box? Options: Hawk mentality, Living-room war, Flexible response

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Credibility gap

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What was the primary goal of discussions between these two leaders?

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To reach a formal agreement on weapons control.

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These demonstrations led to —

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Hostage crisis that severely damaged confidence in the Carter administration.

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Which course of action did President Carter propose in order to solve this problem for the next generation? Options: Contract with foreign nations to build wind turbines., Reduce federal spending on solar cell energy research., Drill fewer offshore wells to conserve marine life., Develop alternative energy sources.

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Develop alternative energy sources.

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Earth Day was created for the purpose of —

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Raising awareness of environmental issues.

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How did this treaty contribute to the end of the Cold War?

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By reducing tensions associated with the threat of nuclear war.

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Which action is prohibited under provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972? A principal refuses to organize athletic events and programs for female sports teams. The funding for a music program is cut because of declining tax revenues. A teacher attempts to organize a charity basketball game for faculty and students. The staffing for a foreign language class is reduced due to lack of interest.

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A principal refuses to organize athletic events and programs for female sports teams.

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Which situation led the U.S. government to print these coupons? Options: The economic collapse of the Soviet Union caused by increased defense spending. A shortage of consumer goods following the end of a global conflict. Economic deflation caused by increased trade globalization. An embargo organized by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries.

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An embargo organized by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries.

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How did Bill Gates earn the title “World’s Richest Man”?

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By developing computer software.

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Which title best completes this list? Roles of Entrepreneurs, Goals of the Federal Reserve, Objectives of Trade Union Leaders, Responsibilities of Business Professors.

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Roles of Entrepreneurs.