US History Semester 2 Final Exam Review

What were the main causes of World War I?

• Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism

• Democracy, Monarchy, Anarchy, Totalitarianism

• Industrialization, Colonization, Modernization, Urbanization

• Revolution, Enlightenment, Reformation, Restoration

How did the Zimmerman Telegram influence America's entry into World War I?

• It proposed an alliance between Germany and Mexico against the U.S.

• It declared war on the U.S. by Germany

• It was an invitation for peace talks hosted by Germany

• It offered U.S. territories to Japan

What did the Treaty of Versailles require of Germany after World War I?

• To pay reparations and disarm

• To form an alliance with France

• To continue its imperial conquests

• To host the next League of Nations meeting

What was the primary purpose of the League of Nations?

• To prevent future global conflicts

• To promote global trade

• To enforce colonial mandates

• To develop international economic policies

Why did the United States Senate oppose the League of Nations?

• Concerns over the US being involved in European conflict

• Support for Germany

• Economic reasons

• Lack of interest in international affairs

What led to the rise of anti-immigrant feelings in America following World War I?

• Economic competition and cultural differences

• A decrease in job opportunities

• Improved relations with immigrant nations

• The success of the League of Nations

What effect did the automobile have on society during the 1920s?

• It led to decreased mobility and economic decline.

• It had no significant impact on society.

• It increased mobility and spurred economic growth.

• It caused a decrease in urbanization.

How did the role of women change during the 1920s?

• Women's roles remained largely unchanged from the previous decade.

• Women gained more independence, rebelled against the social norms and participated more in the workforce.

• Women were primarily involved in domestic duties only.

• Women lost many of the rights gained in the earlier years.

Who was Marcus Garvey and what did he believe in?

• A political leader who believed in strict immigration laws.

• A civil rights activist who believed in nonviolent protest.

• A leader who advocated for the return of African Americans to Africa.

• A businessman who promoted industrial development.

What was the Harlem Renaissance?

• An economic policy implemented in the 1920s.

• A literary and artistic movement celebrating African American culture.

• A political movement seeking to restore traditional values.

• A technological innovation period in Harlem.