STAAR U.S. History Practice Assessment

Front

Why did federal leaders have a renewed interest in the phrase “In God We Trust”?

Back

They wanted to contrast the country with the atheism of the Soviet Union.

Front

How does this structure affect the standard of living in the western United States?

Back

It supplies the region with water and electric power.

Front

Which situation resulted in innovations such as computer chips and GPS?

Back

A rise in competition among technology companies in a free-enterprise system

Front

Based on the time line and your knowledge of U.S. history, which statement describes the impact of the Civil Rights Movement on U.S. society?

Back

It increased the political participation of minorities.

Front

Which category from the table BEST points to one initial cause of the Great Depression? Options: Unemployment Rate, Federal Budget Surplus/Deficit, Total U.S. Exports

Back

Dow Jones Industrial Average Index

Front

In which way does the table provide evidence to support the answer to Part A?

Back

By showing how the stock market crashed before the onset of other financial problems

Front

Why was this language included in the document?

Back

To explain the purpose of government

Front

Why is Sandra Day O’Connor a significant figure in U.S. history?

Back

She helped create opportunities for women in law by being the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court.

Front

Which statement describes a purpose of the naturalization test? Options: To determine whether the applicant has connections to foreign countries, To determine whether the applicant has a basic knowledge of American history, To determine whether the applicant has ideals that align with American values, To determine whether the applicant already has family living in the country

Back

To determine whether the applicant has a basic knowledge of American history

Front

Which statement describes U.S. economic trends immediately after World War I ended in 1918? Options: The economy entered a period of instability., The economy expanded as returning soldiers joined the workforce., Consumers paid lower prices for everyday goods., Consumer demand for goods led to a growth in manufacturing.

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The economy entered a period of instability.