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Multiple Choice

Alfred Thayer Mahan authored the influential book "The Influence of Sea Power upon History," which emphasized the importance of naval power.

What was the main argument presented by Mahan in his book regarding the role of naval power?

• Naval power is only important during peacetime.
• Naval power should be minimized for economic growth.
• Naval power is irrelevant to military strategy.
• Naval power and overseas bases are crucial for national strength and global influence.

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Who built the East Coast Railroad

• Southern Pacific Railroad
• Union Pacific Railroad
• Great Northern Railway
• Henry Flagler

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What industry was Andrew Carnegie involved with?

• Steel industry
• Textile industry
• Oil industry

• Banking industry

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What was a key belief associated with Social Darwinism during the late 19th century?

• The belief that social and economic success is determined by natural selection.
• The notion that cultural practices evolve independently of biological factors.
• The belief that all individuals are equally capable of success regardless of their background.
• The idea that government intervention is necessary to ensure social equality.

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Factory working conditions during the Gilded Age were often harsh and dangerous. Which of the following statements best describes the typical environment faced by workers in factories at that time?

• Factory workers enjoyed high wages and short hours.
• Factory workers endured long hours, low pay, and dangerous conditions.
• Workers had ample breaks and comfortable working environments.
• Factory conditions were always safe and well-regulated.

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Angel Island and Ellis Island served as major immigration processing centers in the United States. What was a key difference between the experiences of immigrants at these two locations?

• Ellis Island processed only Asian immigrants, while Angel Island processed Europeans.
• Immigrants at Angel Island were treated with more respect than at Ellis Island.
• The experiences Angel Island had a more rigorous and often harsher inspection process, particularly for Asian immigrants, compared to the relatively quicker processing at Ellis Island.

• The processing times at Angel Island were significantly shorter than at Ellis Island.

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Antitrust acts were established during the late 19th and early 20th centuries to combat monopolistic practices and promote fair competition. Which of the following was a key purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890?

• To limit competition in the marketplace.
• To encourage the formation of monopolies.
• To increase government control over businesses.
• To combat monopolistic practices and promote fair competition.

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Which group favored the passage of the Chinese exclusion Act of 1882 ?

• Civil rights activists and organizations
• Nativist on the west Coast

• Political leaders in the eastern United States
• Chinese immigrants themselves

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What is Henry Ford most famous for inventing?

• The development of the first airplane.
• The creation of the modern computer.
• The assembly line production of automobiles.
• The invention of the car.

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The "Gospel of Wealth," a concept popularized by Andrew Carnegie in the late 19th century, advocates for the responsibility of the wealthy to use their fortunes for the greater good. How did this philosophy influence social and economic policies during the Gilded Age?

• The 'Gospel of Wealth' led to increased government regulation of wealth.
• It discouraged charitable giving among the wealthy.
• The philosophy promoted wealth redistribution through government intervention.
• It promoted the idea that the rich should actively engage in philanthropy and invest in societal improvements,

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During the Gilded Age, labor unions employed various tactics to advocate for workers' rights and improve working conditions. Which of the following tactics was most commonly used by labor unions during this period?

• Engaging in violent protests to intimidate employers and gain public support.

• Workplace safety regulations
• Organizing strikes and boycotts to pressure employers for better wages and working conditions.

• Employee training programs

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The Gilded Age was marked by numerous strikes as workers sought better conditions and pay. Which of the following strikes most significantly highlighted the tensions between labor and management during this period?

• The Haymarket Affair of 1886
• The Homestead Strike of 1892
• The Pullman Strike of 1894
• All of the above strikes collectively illustrated the growing discontent among workers and the challenges they faced in advocating for their rights.

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How did the "New Immigrants" differ from the "Old immigrants"

• Old Immigrants settled in urban areas only.
• Most New Immigrants spoke English

• New Immigrants were primarily from Western Europe.
• New Immigrants had similar cultural practices as Old Immigrants.

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She conducted extensive investigations into lynching and published her findings, raising awareness about racial violence.

• Sojourner Truth
• Ida B. Wells
• Rosa Parks
• Harriet Tubman

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Which of the following best describes the key elements of the Teapot Dome Scandal?

• A government initiative to promote renewable energy.
• A scandal involving the sale of military weapons.
• A financial crisis caused by stock market manipulation.
• Corruption in the leasing of federal oil reserves.

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Which of the following events best exemplifies the policy of containment that the U.S. adopted during the Cold War

• The Vietnam War
• The Cuban Missile Crisis
• The Korean War
• The Berlin Airlift

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What was the primary goal of the Marshall Plan?

• To reduce immigration to the United States.
• To establish a single currency for Europe.
• To provide economic assistance for the reconstruction of Europe after World War II.
• To promote military alliances in Europe.

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What was the main purpose of the Truman Doctrine?

• To contain the spread of communism.
• To promote economic growth in Europe.
• To establish military alliances in Asia.
• To support the United Nations' peacekeeping efforts.

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Debt peonage, a system that emerged in the South during Reconstruction, often trapped poor farmers and laborers in a cycle of debt.

What was one significant impact of debt peonage on African Americans in the post-Civil War South?

• It allowed African Americans to gain political power in the South.
• It improved educational opportunities for African Americans.
• It trapped African Americans in a cycle of poverty and economic dependency.
• It led to increased land ownership among African Americans.

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Silent Spring," written by Rachel Carson and published in 1962, is often credited with raising awareness about environmental issues.

What was the primary focus of "Silent Spring"?

• The role of renewable energy sources in modern society.
• The dangers of pesticide use and its environmental impact.
• The history of environmental legislation in the 20th century.
• The benefits of organic farming practices.

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What was one significant achievement of Cesar Chavez and the UFW in the 1960s and 1970s?

• The first union for migrant workers and the nationwide grape boycott resulted in better contracts for farmworkers.

• The creation of a national health program for farmworkers.
• The introduction of new farming technology in the 1970s.
• The establishment of the UFW in 1980.

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The system of free states and slave states was a significant aspect of American politics before the Civil War, often referred to as the "Balance of Power."

Which of the following events most directly contributed to the breakdown of this system?

• The Compromise of 1850, which included the Fugitive Slave Act and allowed for popular sovereignty.

• The establishment of the United States Constitution.

• The Missouri Compromise of 1820, which attempted to maintain the balance between free and slave states.

• The election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860, which led to Southern secession

Multiple Choice

Who is the greatest History teacher?

• Mr. McPherson

• That guy down the hall

• What's a history teacher

• wait...were in history class