AP US History: Conservatism and Modern Challenges

What was a major reason for the growth of conservatism in the 1970s?

• Success in foreign policies

• Political scandals and economic problems

• Economic prosperity and low unemployment

• Increased public trust in government

What economic condition did Reagan face that involved high unemployment and inflation?

• Stagflation

• Deflation

• Hyperinflation

• Economic boom

Which policy is associated with Reagan's economic strategy?

• Marxist theory

• Keynesian economics

• Neoliberalism

• Reaganomics

What was a significant outcome of Reagan's administration despite his conservative stance?

• Elimination of federal taxes

• Decrease in national debt

• Reduction in government size

• Increase in government spending

What was the Strategic Defense Initiative commonly known as?

• Space Force

• Star Trek

• Skyfall

• Star Wars

How did Reagan's rhetoric towards the Soviet Union change over his presidency?

• From aggressive to more diplomatic

• Consistently diplomatic

• Consistently aggressive

• From diplomatic to more aggressive

What was the War on Terrorism a response to?

• Korean War

• Vietnam War

• The Cold War

• September 11 attacks

What major trade agreement was signed in 1993 that affected US economic policies?

• European Union

• NAFTA

• OPEC

• ASEAN

What was a major topic of debate regarding social security reforms?

• Sustainability due to aging population

• Privatization of funds

• Reducing the retirement age

• Increasing benefits for all

Which act put pressure on businesses regarding employment of illegal immigrants?

• Civil Rights Act

• Patriot Act

• Immigration Act of 1965

• Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986