2023-2024 8th Grade US History Final Exam

Which events caused the United States to enter into World War I? Select TWO correct answers.

• Discovery of the Zimmerman Telegram 

• Invasion of Poland by Germany

• Attacks on Texas military camps

• Liberation of Russia

• Sinking of the Lusitania

The discovery of oil in the early 20th century had a profound impact on the development of Texas. Which of the following BEST describes how the oil industry led to the industrialization of Texas?

• It helped the ranching and agricultural industries grow. 

• It led to the creation of new oil-related industries.

• It attracted large-scale investments and skilled laborers.

• It encouraged immigration from Europe.

What of the following BEST defines a boom-and-bust cycle?

• A period of economic growth followed by a period of economic decline 

• A period of low profits followed by a period of high profits

• A period of high unemployment followed by a period of low unemployment

• A period of wartime followed by a period of peacetime

How did some Texans help support the war effort during World War I?

• By rationing food and supplies

• By housing soldiers’ families

• By building new railroad systems

• By training women to fight

What caused rural Texas cities to become boomtowns? 

• Expansion of the north Texas cattle industry

• Installation of military camps in central Texas

• Discovery of oil in east Texas

• Building of seawalls along the coast

Which headline features the significant event that occurred in Texas in 1901? 

• Deadly Hurricane Lands in Galveston

• Oil struck in Beaumont!

• Women Secure Right to Vote!

• U.S. No Longer Neutral-War Imminent

How did MOST Texas women contribute to World War I? 

• By serving as spies

• By photographing battles

• By working in factories

• By serving as battlefield cooks

Which industry is responsible for the changes shown in this graph? 

• Petroleum

• Agriculture

• Aerospace

• Education

Why is October 29, 1929, referred to as Black Tuesday? 

• Oil was discovered in Beaumont. 

• U.S. troops were sent to Europe.

• The U.S. Stock Market crashed.

• Dust clouds destroyed the South.

What event caused the United States to get involved in World War II? 

• Germany launched an attack on Washington D.C. 

• Russia overthrew the English Parliament.

• Italy dropped atomic bombs on France.

• Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in Hawaii.