Worksheets7.1
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 11mins
Who were the "baby boomers?"
People born during Word War I.
People born after World War I.
People born during World War II.
People born after World War II.
What was one immediate impact of the Cold War on SC?
Travel for tourism was drastically reduced.
The United States and Germany continued to be enemies for many years.
Military bases that served World War II stayed open or were opened.
It was difficult to obtain goods from foreign countries.
What happened to many of the military bases in SC at the end of the Cold War?
New military bases built in the 1990s continued to be built, including a new base in Georgetown.
Peace time led to a reduction of troops, but the bases remained open.
Additional jobs in all of the bases were added as technology improved throughout the state.
Military bases, including Myrtle Beach Air Force Base and the Charleston Naval Shipyard, were closed.
What was the purpose of the Savannah River Plant during and after the Cold War?
The plant was used as a large weapons factory.
The plant was used in the process of making nuclear weapons and energy.
The plant was used as a way to create hydroelectric power for cities in SC.
The plant was used to help clean the water supply of SC.
What 2 places offered tourists destinations for research and recreation? Choose all that apply.
Huntington Beach State Park
Myrtle Beach State Park
Sandy Island
Brookgreen Gardens
The development and availability of what new technology was an important step in increasing tourism to coastal regions?
Television
Radio stations
Air conditioning
Movie theaters
Which of the following are examples of SC's improvements in education during the post war era? (Choose all that apply)
The school year was extended to 9 months.
The 12th grade was added to high school.
The state adopted a system of technical colleges.
There was a reduction in spending for African American schools.
How did returning veterans of World War II benefit from the GI Bill?
Gave large bonuses to those who were wounded during the war.
These soldiers were provided jobs at military bases through this act.
Gave money to soldiers to start new businesses or get an education.
Awarded the Medal of Honor to those who fought in the war.
Why did SC begin to create a system of technical colleges after World War II?
They needed colleges to meet increased demand for agricultural education.
They created an educated and trained work force to meet the needs of new industry.
These colleges were created as part of the "white flight" idea to fight integration.
They were created so that citizens could learn more about technology and inventions.
Why did SC need to improve education in the state? Choose all that apply.
Meet the demands of growing families
Farmers needed more education to farm with new techniques.
Desire to attract industry.
Competition with the USSR
What made it possible for tourism to expand in SC? Choose all that apply.
Cheaper housing costs.
Expansion of highways.
Availability of the automobile.
Motels and fast food restaurants
Why were northerners visiting places like Aiken and Camden? Choose all that apply.
To visit former plantations
To see horse racing
To go hunting
To stay at beach resorts
After the Cold War was over, why did SC keep some of their military bases open? (Choose all that apply)
Due to the Korean War.
Due to the 1st and 2nd Gulf Wars.
Due to the Vietnam War.
Due to problems in the Middle East.
