American History II Midterm Review

Which description best fits the Federalist Papers?

• Established the framework for governing the United States and outlined the structure of the federal government.

• A document that declared the 13 American colonies independent from Great Britain and asserted their rights to self-governance.

• A set of 85 essays that argued in favor of the new Constitution and explained its provisions.

• Provided a process for admitting new states to the Union and set aside land for public education.

Which of the following Amendments are known as the Reconstruction Amendments? (Select all correct answers)

• 10th Amendment - Powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.

• 13th Amendment - Abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime.

• 14th Amendment - Granted citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States, including former slaves, and guaranteed all citizens "equal protection of the laws".

• 15th Amendment - Prohibited the federal and state governments from denying a citizen the right to vote based on that citizen's "race, color, or previous condition of servitude".

• 16th Amendment - Allows the federal government to collect income tax.

How did industrialization affect the labor market in the United States?

• It led to a significant increase in job opportunities in urban areas.

• It resulted in widespread unemployment due to automation.

• It decreased the demand for skilled labor.

• It had no noticeable effect on the labor market.

Which of the following best describes the working conditions in American factories during the late 19th century?

• Safe and well-regulated

• Dangerous and unregulated

• Controlled by the Smoot-Hawley Tariff

• Highly mechanized and inefficient

What was the Gilded Age in American history, and what were some of the key characteristics of this era?

• A period of rapid industrialization and economic growth in the late 19th century, marked by rising income inequality and political corruption.

• A time of great social and cultural experimentation in the United States, characterized by artistic and literary movements such as the Harlem Renaissance and the Beat Generation.

• An era of political stability and social harmony in America, in which progressive reforms and technological innovations transformed society for the better.

What were some of the key social and political issues that the Progressive movement sought to address, and what were some of the reforms that were implemented during this era?

• The Progressive movement focused primarily on expanding American imperialism overseas, and advocated for military interventions in countries such as Cuba, the Philippines, and Mexico.

• The Progressive era sought to address issues such as political corruption, economic inequality, and social injustice, and led to the implementation of reforms such as the direct election of senators, the regulation of big business, and the creation of social welfare programs.

• The Progressive era was primarily concerned with promoting traditional values and social norms, and sought to limit the influence of immigrants and other groups that were seen as threatening to American identity.

What were some of the key motivations for American imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and how did these factors shape American foreign policy during this period?

• American imperialism was driven by a desire for new markets, natural resources, and strategic military bases, as well as a belief in American exceptionalism and the duty to spread American values and culture.

• American imperialism was primarily motivated by a desire to establish dominance over other nations and expand the American empire, without regard for the interests or welfare of the people in these territories.

• American imperialism was a response to the perceived threats posed by other imperial powers, such as Great Britain and Germany, which prompted the United States to assert its own influence and power in global affairs.

How did the Spanish-American War affect the geopolitical landscape and the territories involved?

• The war led to significant changes in the geopolitical landscape, with the United States emerging as a colonial power and Spain's influence significantly diminished.

• There were no significant changes to the geopolitical landscape or the status of the territories involved.

• The conflict primarily resulted in internal political changes within Spain and the United States, with minimal impact on the territories involved.

Match the following leaders with their respective countries during World War One:

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• Woodrow Wilson

• Germany
• George Clemenceau

• USA
• Kaiser Wilhelm II

• Great Britain
• David Lloyd George

• France

Which of the following was a major factor that led the United States to enter World War One?

• Economic interests in Southwest Africa

• The desire to spread democracy and human rights

• The interception of the Zimmerman Telegram

• The alliance with Germany and Austria-Hungary