Geographic Features of New Orleans

o surrounded by bodies of water

o Bowl-like shape

o Several feet below sea level at its lowest points

How did these features affect New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina?

Historically, one of the most significant migrations of population in the United States has been the movement of people from rural to urban areas. To appreciate the magnitude of this shift, consider the fact that in 1800, 94% of the US population lived in a rural area, compared with 60% in 1890 and only 25% in 1990! ^{-Stephan J. Goetz, Migration and Local Labor Markets, 1999-}

Which factor was a primary reason for the shift described in this excerpt?

The information on this map best supports the conclusion that between 2000 and 2005 —

Under the US Constitution, the government may not take private property unless-

We have known for a long time that what happens beyond our borders affects our security and our economy, and that we ignore turmoil a broad at our own peril... . If not checked, the impact of climate change will be truly global, albeit felt in different ways. Threats to freedom and universal human rights anywhere stain our collective conscience. Terrorism and transnational crime pay no heed to national borders; pandemic disease requires no passport to move quickly from one country to the next. We know that conflict and instability, even when it is half a world away, can unleash these and other dangers.^{-Esther Brimmer, US State Department official, September 1, 2011-}

In which organization do the United States and other member nations confront the problems mentioned in this excerpt?

The United States was founded, in large part, on the desire of its people to participate in the decisions of their government. ^{-US Department of State, iipdigital.usembassy.gov-}

Which action is an example f the type of participation described above?

Which of the following is an example of using a renewable resource to generate electricity?

How has the development of satellite technology affected the US economy?

One advantage offered by hybrid cars is that they-

Today the world is heavily dependent on___________ for motive power, lubrication, fuel, dyes, drugs, and many synthetics. The widespread use of __________ has created serious environmental problems. The great quantities that are burned... generate most of the air pollution in industrialized countries, and [spills have] polluted oceans and coastlines. ^{-The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6th ed., 2001-}

Which of these natural resources correctly fills in the blanks in this excerpt?

One way the development of the Internet has improved the quality of life in the United States is by-

The main reason the United States launched military operations in Afghanistan in October 2001 was to-

What was the initial response of the US government to the attacks of September 11, 2001?

Which of the following resulted from the US-led military coalition's engagement in the Persian Gulf War?

Which headline describes an event that resulted from the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001?

Which of the following best describes Ralph Nader’s effect on the election in Florida?

How have major parties reacted to the scenario described above?

One reason the 2008 presidential election was historically significant is that it was the first time-

If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible, who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time, who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.

—Barack Obama, November 4, 2008

Barack Obama described his 2008 election victory in this manner because the election was the first in which —

This organization most likely encourages Congress to pass legislation that —

o Grants trading partners "most favored nation" status

o Lowers trade barriers through negotiations

o Discourages unfair trade practices and encourages competition

o Creates trade opportunities for less-developed countries

How have these principles most affected US markets?

As of January 1, 2008, all tariffs and quotas were eliminated on US exports to Mexico and Canada under-_______?_______ … . The dismantling of trade barriers and the opening of markets has led to economic growth rising prosperity in all three countries. ^{-US Department of Commerce, www.export.gov-}

Which of the following correctly completes this description?

1980s

o Work in an office

o In-house customer-service department

o Handmade items sold at local fairs

o Research conducted at libraries

2000s

o Work from home

o Outsourcing of customer service

o Handmade items sold to people all over the world

o Research conducted remotely

Which of the following is most responsible for the differences shown on the table?

How did Steve Jobs influence business in the twenty-first century?

Bringing stability and unity to a free Iraq will not be easy. Yet that is no excuse to leave the Iraqi regime's torture chambers and poison labs in operation. Any future the Iraqi people choose for themselves will be better than the nightmare world that Saddam Hussein has chosen for them.^{-President George W. Bush, February 2001-}

How did the goal described in this excerpt most affect the US economy?

What does President Bill Clinton's impeachment trial reflect about modern US politics?

What is the primary aim of the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001?

An employee contacts his supervisor to request time off guaranteed to hem under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Under which circumstances do the provisions of this law apply?

On June 25, 1988, the United States Supreme Court in Clinton, et al. v. City of New York, et al. held that the Line Item Veto Act violated the Presentment Clause of the Constitution. The Clause requires that every bill which has passed the House and Senate before becoming law must be presented to the President for approval or veto, but is silent on whether the President may amend or repeal provisions of bills that have passed the house and Senate in identical form. The Court interpreted silence on this issue as equivalent to an express prohibition.^{-Thomas Nicola, Congressional Research Service Report for Congress, 1998-}

The Supreme Court's actions in agreeing to hear this case illustrate-

First of all, my presence here show it's never too late to come to Graceland. Laura and I are--we've known Elvis Presley since we were growing up. He's obviously a major part of our music history. He had an international reputation. His reputation was so strong that he attracted the attention of the now Prime Minister of Japan... .^{-President George W. Bush-}

It's like a dream... . My dream came true. Thank you very much... . ^{-Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi-}

This event best illustrates the global-

Which situation demonstrates one way the US culture has spread to other parts of the world?

Senator Boxer supported the legislation mentioned in this excerpt most likely because she was concerned that —

The changes shown in these photographs most likely-

A company specializes in manufacturing and distributing automobile parts. Which use of computer technology would most enhance the productivity of this business?

Which of the following has resulted form the increase of computers in the workplace?

What do these advertisements suggest to consumers?