11th U.S. History II Final Exam

How did the shift from an agrarian to an industrial economy in the late 19th century affect American labor?(USII.1)

• It led to widespread agricultural innovation.

• It reduced the demand for unskilled labor.

• It resulted in the growth of labor unions and frequent strikes.

• It ended child labor practices nationwide.

What was one social consequence of rapid industrialization in American cities during the Gilded Age?(USII.1)

• A decline in immigration

• Increased suburbanization

• Overcrowding and unsanitary living conditions

• Universal public schooling

Analyze the impact of muckrakers on Progressive Era reforms.(USII.2)

• They promoted corporate monopolies through propaganda.

• They exposed social issues, influencing public support for reforms.

• They hindered reform by exaggerating problems.

• They focused solely on foreign affairs, not domestic issues.

How did Progressive reforms change the role of government in the early 20th century?(USII.2)

• Government became more involved in regulating industry and improving urban life.

• Government adopted a laissez-faire policy.

• State power was reduced in favor of local authority.

• Officials were prohibited from investigating private enterprises.

Why did the United States shift from a policy of isolationism to interventionism during World War I?(USII.3)

• To expand agricultural markets.

• In response to unrestricted submarine warfare and the Zimmermann Telegram.

• To form alliances with Asian countries.

• To support the spread of communism.

How did the U.S. involvement in World War I change its position on the global stage?(USII.3)

• It retreated into neutrality permanently.

• It emerged as a global economic and military power.

• It was viewed as a weak and unreliable ally.

• It stopped exporting goods abroad.

Evaluate how the New Deal changed the role of the federal government.(USII.4)

• It reduced government involvement in social issues.

• It emphasized laissez-faire capitalism.

• It expanded the government’s role in economic and social welfare.

• It privatized major industries.

What long-term impact did New Deal programs have on American infrastructure?(USII.4)

• Minimal influence due to program failures.

• Creation of public works like roads and dams that still exist today.

• Reduced federal spending on public services.

• Shift of responsibility to private construction companies.

Compare the goals of the Civil Rights Movement with the federal government's responses.(USII.5)

• Activists sought increased segregation, while the government promoted integration.

• Both activists and the government resisted legal reforms.

• Civil rights activists pushed for equality; the government enacted legislation such as the Civil Rights Act.

• The government led protests while activists passed legislation.

How did the federal government's enforcement of civil rights laws vary during the 1950s and 60s?(USII.5)

• It consistently ignored civil rights violations.

• It fluctuated depending on the administration and public pressure.

• It enforced them with immediate and complete success.

• It left all responsibility to state governments.