The 1980's History Quiz

What was a major event happening in the 1980's ?

• The cold war

• Russia threats the U.S. and sends the public into panic

• The computer being created

Reagan's economic plan included

• demand-side economics, tax hikes, regulation, and loose monetary policy
• supply-side economics, tax cuts, deregulation, and tight monetary policy
• fiscal conservatism, balanced budget, increased government spending, and expansionary monetary policy
• progressive taxation, increased government intervention, trade restrictions, and loose monetary policy

What did the president do to calm the public during the cold war?

• Addressed the nation, reassured the public of safety measures, emphasized unity and cooperation
• Blamed the public for the issue

What was the most popular genre of music in the 1980'S?

• Classical music
• Rock music
• Pop music
• Country music

How did the Soviet Union pose as a threat ?

• Nuclear proliferation, espionage, military build-up, and support for communist movements worldwide
• Humanitarian aid
• Diplomatic negotiations
• Space exploration

The Iran-Contra

• Political scandal involving illegal arms sales to Iran and funding of Nicaraguan Contras
• Military coup in Iran
• Peace treaty negotiations
• Humanitarian aid mission

President Reagan began a massive buildup of the U.S. military, in part because he believed that

• to promote peace and diplomacy
• the U.S. hoped communist spending on defense would make the Soviet economy collapse

• to increase international trade agreements
• to reduce government spending

Why was communism feared in the U.S. in the 80'S?

• Desire for world peace
• Fear of alien invasion
• Cold War tensions, spread of communist ideology, fear of losing individual freedoms and capitalism
• Concerns about climate change

Since the 1980's, Income distribution through the USA has improved.

• True

• False

President Reagan encouraged and promoted deregulation because he believed that

• To promote fair competition among businesses
• To limit economic growth by increasing regulations
• To increase government control over businesses
• To stimulate economic growth by reducing government intervention and allowing businesses to operate more freely.