Geography Flashcard

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This map shows areas of the world where the United States has been involved. Which letter identifies the location where the United States sent the military to stop the terrorist group Al Qaeda after the September 11th attacks?

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C

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This chart lists bills proposed in the Contract with America that was introduced in 1994. Which proposed bill completes the chart? Options: balanced budget requirement, expanded healthcare coverage, increase in minimum wage, abolition of the death penalty

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balanced budget requirement

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Which is a similarity between presidents Bill Clinton and Andrew Johnson?

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They were both impeached but not convicted.

Front

Analyze the political cartoon and answer the question. What accomplishment by President Bill Clinton is referenced in this political cartoon?

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balancing the budget

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The No Child Left Behind Act that was passed in 2002 had what main goal?

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ensuring that school districts were helping all children succeed

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What inference about the role of the federal government in disaster can be made from the information in this chart?

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The federal government provides immediate assistance but allows state governments to coordinate long-term recovery.

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Why was the Affordable Care Act of 2010 controversial?

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It required Americans to have health insurance or face a financial penalty.

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After 9/11, why did the government feel the Homeland Security Department was necessary?

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They wanted a way for government agencies to coordinate when dealing with threats.

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What is the theme of the political cartoon drawn after September 11, 2001?

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It is difficult to balance individual rights and national security.

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This is a map of the Eastern Hemisphere. After the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the United States launched military operations in which numbered area?

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