Unit 5 End of Semester Alternate Assignment

What significant event is symbolic for the end of the Cold War?

• Fall of the Berlin Wall

• Signing of the Immigration Act of 1990

• Introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act

• Start of the Persian Gulf War

Which act did George H.W. Bush sign into law in 1990 that affects civil rights?

• Civil Rights Act

• Affordable Care Act

• Americans with Disabilities Act

• Patriot Act

Which war occurred during George H.W. Bush's presidency?

• Vietnam War

• Korean War

• Persian Gulf War

• World War II

Who was the dictator of Iraq during the Persian Gulf War?

• Osama Bin Laden

• George Bush Sr.

• Saddam Hussein

• George W. Bush (Jr)

What was the outcome of President Bill Clinton's impeachment?

• He was convicted and removed from office

• He resigned before the verdict

• He was not convicted and stayed in office

• He was censured by Congress

Which 3 countries were part of NAFTA?

• Canada

• Mexico

• United States

• Cuba

• Russia

What was a significant criticism of NAFTA according to its critics?

• It increased tariffs between member countries.

• It led to the loss of U.S. jobs to Mexico.

• It decreased trade between the member countries.

• It was only beneficial to Canada.

What is the primary function of the World Trade Organization in the context of global commerce?

• It focuses on enforcing local trade laws within countries.

• It aims to facilitate international trade by regulating and promoting lower trade barriers.

• It primarily deals with the trade of services only, excluding goods.

• It provides loans to countries to enhance their export capabilities.

Who won the popular vote in the Presidential Election of 2000?

• Al Gore

• George W. Bush

• Ralph Nadar

• None of the above

Which candidate won the electoral college in the 2000 Presidential Election?

• Al Gore

• George W. Bush

• Ralph Nadar

• None of the above