Reagan Era Political Concepts

The video covers the rise of the new right in American politics, focusing on key figures like Barry Goldwater and Ronald Reagan. It discusses the characteristics of the new right, including anti-communism, religious influence, and free market advocacy. The video also explores Jimmy Carter's presidency, the Iran hostage crisis, and Reagan's election. Reagan's economic policies, known as Reaganomics, and their impact on society are examined. The video concludes with Reagan's foreign policy during the Cold War, the Iran-Contra affair, and the transition to George HW Bush's presidency, marking the end of the Cold War.

Who was a key figure in the rise of the New Right and ran for president in 1964?

• Ronald Reagan

• Jimmy Carter

• Barry Goldwater

• George H.W. Bush

What was a major characteristic of the New Right in the 1970s?

• Support for the New Deal

• Focus on religious values

• Advocacy for increased government size

• Promotion of communism

What economic policy is associated with Ronald Reagan's presidency?

• Marxist economics

• Monetarist economics

• Keynesian economics

• Supply-side economics

What was the primary goal of Reaganomics?

• Increase government spending

• Lower taxes and boost business investment

• Expand social welfare programs

• Nationalize major industries

Which group was a significant part of the Reagan Coalition?

• Northern liberals

• Southern whites

• Urban intellectuals

• Environmental activists

What was the Strategic Defense Initiative commonly referred to as?

• The New Deal

• Star Wars

• The Great Society

• The Manhattan Project

Which event symbolized the end of the Cold War?

• The Iran-Contra affair

• The election of Ronald Reagan

• The signing of the Camp David Accords

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

What was the Iran-Contra affair about?

• A peace treaty between Iran and Iraq

• A diplomatic mission to free hostages in Iran

• The sale of arms to Iran and funding of Nicaraguan rebels

• A trade agreement with Iran

Who succeeded Ronald Reagan as President of the United States?

• Jimmy Carter

• George H.W. Bush

• Gerald Ford

• Bill Clinton

What was a key outcome of the Persian Gulf War?

• The annexation of Kuwait by Iraq

• The liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi forces

• The establishment of a new government in Iraq

• The signing of a peace treaty between Iraq and Iran