STAAR US History Questions: 1990s - 21st Century (Updated)

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which event prompted this speech by President Bush?
Back
The attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The main reason the United States launched military operations in Afghanistan in October 2001 was to —
Back
Destroy an international terrorist organization
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
One reason the 2008 presidential election was historically significant is that it was the first time —
Back
An African American won the presidency.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which factor contributed most to the flooding in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina? Options: The location of the surrounding barrier islands., The city’s low elevation., The presence of offshore oil rigs., The buildup of silt in the Mississippi.
Back
The city’s low elevation.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which challenges prompted New York City to take these actions? Options: Increasing threats to large urban areas by foreign and domestic terrorism. A widening gap in income levels between socioeconomic groups in society. Escalating costs of providing health care and social services for senior citizens. Aging infrastructure and pollution caused by high population density.
Back
Aging infrastructure and pollution caused by high population density.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The changes shown in these photographs most likely —
Back
Altered the makeup of natural ecosystems.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Under the U.S. Constitution, the government may not take private property unless —
Back
The government pays the owner fair compensation for the land.
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