New Challanges

Which American figure expanded the National Parks System to protect portions of the nation?

• Rosa Parks
• Martin Luther King, Jr.
• Teddy Roosevelt
• Harry Truman

What is a major challenge related to the global environment mentioned in the text?

• Land pollution
• Noise pollution
• Air pollution
• Water pollution

Which civil rights milestone struck down segregated schools in the United States?

• Plessy v. Ferguson
• Brown v. Board of Education
• Voting Rights Act of 1965
• Civil Rights Act of 1964

Which industries benefitted from new technologies in communication, entertainment, and business in America?

• Media, Technology, Finance
• Healthcare, Education, Tourism
• Manufacturing, Retail, Finance
• Agriculture, Mining, Construction

What is a potential disadvantage of political or military isolationism compared to globalization?

• Improved diplomatic relations
• Increased cultural exchange
• Limited economic growth
• Enhanced national security

What percentage of new businesses in the United States are started by immigrants?

• 60%
• 5%
• 40%
• 20%

How has the concept of supply and demand impacted the current housing market?

• Supply and demand have no influence
• Increased demand leads to higher prices
• Decreased demand leads to lower prices
• Government regulations control prices

What organization was formed to end gender inequality inspired by the Civil Rights Movement?

• NAACP
• NOW
• Title IX
• ERA

What event dramatically changed America in the hours and days after September 11, 2001?

• The bombing of the World Trade Center
• The horrific terrorist attacks
• The destruction of the Pentagon
• The burning of United Flight 93

Which act was created to protect the United States from terrorism after September 11?

• The Security Enhancement Act
• The Defense Act
• The Patriot Act
• The Homeland Security Act