Unit 3 Re-teach Quiz

Which action was an immediate consequence of the event described in this headline?

• The Russian monarchy was overthrown.

• The United States refused to join the League of Nations.

• Austria-Hungry declared war on Serbia.

• Great Britain intercepted the Zimmermann telegram.

Answer explanation

The immediate consequence of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was Austria-Hungary declaring war on Serbia, which triggered World War I. This action set off a chain reaction of alliances and conflicts.

Choose the diagram that shows the correct cause and effect relationship of the Spanish American War.

Answer explanation

While all of these events did occur in US history. Only the territorial acquisitions described in the first option happened because of the Spanish American War

The graph shows the beginning of an arms race between several nations. The arms race leading up to World War I was an indication of the rise in

• imperialism.

• militarism.

• capitalism.

• nationalism.

Answer explanation

The arms race before World War I exemplified militarism, as nations prioritized military buildup and competition, reflecting a belief in the necessity of strong armed forces for national security and power.

In 1919, Charles Schenck was charged with violating the Espionage Act. The Supreme Court ruled that Schenck's actions created a "clear and present danger".

How did the decision in this case affect the rights of U.S. citizens?

• By establishing restrictions on the right to vote for women

• By protecting the freedoms of religious minorities

• By protecting the rights of accused persons

• By placing limits on freedom of expression

Answer explanation

The Supreme Court's ruling in Schenck v. United States established that certain forms of speech could be limited if they posed a "clear and present danger," thereby placing limits on freedom of expression and American's 1st amendment rights

Which question is associated with the passage of the Espionage and Sedition Acts during World War I?

• Can the government require citizens to purchase war bonds?

• At what age should citizens be required to enlist in the military?

• Can the government limit the constitutional rights of citizens during wartime?

• Should industries be allowed to prohibit workers from joining unions?

Answer explanation

The Espionage and Sedition Acts raised questions about civil liberties, specifically whether the government can restrict citizens' constitutional rights during wartime, making the correct choice about limiting rights. Many would argue specifically that they limited American's 1st amendment rights because they limited what Americans were allowed to say publicly

This Cartoon comments on tactics used to -

• obtain control of the Panama Canal Zone

• create a defensive alliance with France

• protect shipping lanes in the Great lakes

• secure the southern border of California

Answer explanation

This Cartoon is about the Theodore Roosevelts "Big stick Policy" AKA the Roosevelt Corollary. This policy allowed the United States to interfere in the affairs of Nations in the Western Hemisphere (Latin America). The United States would directly be involved in Panama's revolution from Colombia and would take direct control of the Panama Canal.

Which group followed the advice given in this address?

• Expansionists during the Spanish-American War

• Civil libertarians in Congress after the Spanish-American War

• Hawks in Congress during the Gilded Age

• Isolationists regarding the Treaty of Versailles after World War 1

Answer explanation

Isolationists opposed the Treaty of Versailles after World War 1, reflecting the advice to avoid entangling alliances. This aligns with their stance against international commitments, unlike the other groups mentioned.

What territory did the US acquire as result of the Spanish American War?

Answer explanation

As a result of the Spanish American War the United States gained control of Guam, The Philippines and Puerto Rico. While the United States would also annex Hawaii the same year (1898), this was not a result of the Spanish American War.