WorksheetsTurn of the Century Unit Review
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 45mins
Aiden, Maya, and Henry are participating in a school play about historical events. They are discussing the main reason for the Spanish-American War. They concluded that it was to end Spain's control over the country of _______.
Cuba
Puerto Rico
Haiti
Jamaica
David, Scarlett, and Ethan were discussing about historical figures in their history class. They were talking about how Alexander Graham Bell changed the world. What did they conclude?
He helped Southern Farmers like David's ancestors live a better life.
He made it a lot easier for people like Scarlett's family who love to travel.
He made it easier for people like Ethan's parents who are in different countries to communicate.
He made it easier to work at night and increased the amount of work that a person like David's father could do in a day.
Imagine Luna, Abigail, and Grace are studying for a history test. They come across a question: How did Thomas Edison change the world?
He made it easier for Luna, Abigail, and Grace to study at night and increased the amount of work that a person could do in a day.
He made it a lot easier for people like Luna, Abigail, and Grace to communicate.
He made it a lot easier for people like Luna, Abigail, and Grace to travel.
He helped southern farmers like Luna, Abigail, and Grace live a better life.
Abigail, Michael, and Emma are working on a school project about the history of aviation. They are discussing the significance of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, to the aviation industry. Can you help them?
Charles A. Lindbergh completed the first solo, nonstop transatlantic flight when he landed in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in 1927.
The world's first commercial airline flight launched from Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in 1914.
Frank Whittle, inventor of the airplane jet engine, was born in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in 1907.
The world's first powered, sustained flight was performed by the Wright brothers in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in 1903.
Mia, Charlotte, and Abigail are studying a map of historical cattle trails in the United States. They are trying to identify the Chisholm Trail. Which of the labeled trails on their map represents the Chisholm Trail?
A
B
C
D
Mason, Luna, and Samuel are studying the history of the United States. They came across a topic about the end of cattle drives in the 1800's. They are trying to understand why these cattle drives were eliminated. Choose all that apply.
There were more railroads built throughout the United States, which provided an easier way to transport cattle.
The railroads stopped shipping cattle to the east, making cattle drives redundant.
There were no more cattle to ship due to overgrazing and disease.
The invention of barbed wire blocked water sources and grazing land, making cattle drives difficult.
During a history class, the teacher asked Aria and James, 'After the Spanish-American War, which territories did the U.S. gain?'
Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam
Puerto Rico, Cuba, Phillipines
Puerto Rico, Guam, Spain
Puerto Rico, Philippines, Guam
Under the leadership of President Theodore Roosevelt, the United States increased its reach in the Pacific Ocean by _____________.
building the Panama Canal.
gaining new islands.
defeating large enemies.
establishing new colonies.
Avery, Grace, and Liam are working on a school project about agriculture in the southern United States. They discovered that farmers in Georgia and Alabama were able to make much more money because many companies now wanted peanuts and sweet potatoes to make hundreds of new products. They are trying to figure out who was responsible for this agricultural revolution. Was it ______________?
Alexander Graham Bell
Black Cowboys of Texas
Thomas Edison
George Washington Carver
In a school play, Liam played the role of Theodore Roosevelt. He mentioned a group called the ______________, which was the name given to the First U.S. Volunteer Cavalry under his leadership. Nora and Charlotte, who were part of the audience, tried to recall the name. What was it?
Rough Housers
Rough Soldiers
Rough Riders
Rough & Tough
What was the MAIN reason the Northeast became an industrial center during the late 1800s?
It had rich soil for farming.
It had good public education.
It had a mild climate.
It had good access to waterways.
Why were the Chisholm Trail and Great Western Trail important to Harper, Olivia, and Henry's cattle business in America?
They were trails used by Native Americans in the West
These trails were traveled by Harper, Olivia, and Henry's families on their way to move West
Harper, Olivia, and Henry herded their cattle to railroads in order to sell them for more money in the east.
Harper, Olivia, and Henry lived and slept on these trails.
In a history class, Elijah and Aria were discussing about American Presidents. Elijah said that Theodore Roosevelt declared war on Spain, but Aria disagreed and said it was William McKinley. Michael, who was listening to their conversation, thought it was either Robert E. Lee or Ulysses S. Grant. Who among them is correct?
Theodore Roosevelt
William McKinley
Robert E. Lee
Ulysses S. Grant
Henry, Michael, and Zoe are studying the history of electricity. They are discussing the impact of electricity being controlled and safely wired through buildings on businesses during the late 1800s and early 1900s. What conclusion did they likely reach?
They concluded that electricity did not really affect businesses. Businesses continued to work on a normal schedule.
They concluded that with electricity, factories and businesses could stay open longer, and produce more things than ever before.
They concluded that electricity caused businesses and employees to get distracted and make less product.
They concluded that electricity decreased safety issues within factories and caused businesses to decrease their production rate.
Isla, Zoe, and Priya are studying about immigration to the United States in the mid- to late nineteenth century for their history project. They came across a statement and are trying to verify its correctness. Can you help them identify the correct statement?
Chinese immigrants primarily settled in the West to take advantage of job opportunities on the nation's expanding railroad system, while immigrants from eastern and southern Europe primarily settled in the South to take advantage of job opportunities on large farming operations.
Immigrants from eastern and southern Europe primarily settled in the West to take advantage of job opportunities on the nation's expanding railroad system, while Chinese immigrants primarily settled in the South to take advantage of job opportunities on large farming operations.
Chinese immigrants primarily settled in the West to take advantage of job opportunities on the nation's expanding railroad system, while immigrants from eastern and southern Europe primarily settled in the North to take advantage of job opportunities at factories in large cities.
Immigrants from eastern and southern Europe primarily settled in the West to take advantage of job opportunities on the nation's expanding railroad system, while Chinese immigrants primarily settled in the North to take advantage of job opportunities at factories in large cities.
Michael, Abigail, and Harper are participating in a school play about the life of Theodore Roosevelt. They are discussing the key achievements of Theodore Roosevelt in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s for their roles. Which of the following statements should they include in their script? Choose all that apply.
He is known for being the overseer of the building of the Panama Canal.
He was a war hero during the Spanish-American War
He had the Statue of Liberty created to greet all the immigrants.
He was responsible for creating the first national parks.
William, Grace, and Anika are working on a school project about influential figures in American history. They are discussing how George Washington Carver impacted America. What area did he significantly contribute to?
He revolutionized communication
He made significant advancements in transportation
He made significant contributions to agriculture and science
He made groundbreaking discoveries in electricity
James, Abigail, and Daniel are participating in a history quiz. They are asked: 'During the period known as "Old Immigration", immigrants arriving in the United States would have most likely come from which area of the world?'
Southern and western Europe
Northern and western Europe
Southern and eastern Europe
Northern and eastern Europe
During a history class, Mia and James were discussing about the late 1800s and early 1900s. They were curious to know which immigrant group settled in the northeast of the United States, particularly in states like New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. Can you help Harper answer this?
West African immigrants
Eastern European immigrants
Southeast Asian immigrants
South American immigrants
During a history class discussion, Scarlett asked, 'How did President William McKinley expand America's role in the world?' Avery and Samuel were among the students who proposed answers. What was the correct response?
He expanded America's role by acquiring, or gaining, territory through military conflict
He expanded America's role by spreading democracy to Latin America
He expanded America's role by creating an international organization to maintain peace
He expanded America's role by forming permanent military alliances with European nations
During a school project on the history of Texas, Jackson, Abigail, and Evelyn discovered that at the turn of the century, the _____________ gained historical fame for their significant role in developing the cattle industry in Texas. They learned that some of these individuals had previously been enslaved, and others were the descendants of former slaves.
Black Cowboys of Mineola
Black Cattle Hustlers of Texas
Black Cowboys of the West
Black Cowboys of Texas
Zoe, Noah, and Scarlett are discussing global issues. They agree that war, poverty, and discrimination are all examples of what kind of factors that cause people to leave their home countries?
Pull Factors
Push Factors
Jump Factors
Falling Factors
Abigail is considering moving to a new country. She is attracted by the economic opportunities, religious freedom, and political and social equality the new country offers. These are examples of...
Push Factors
Pull Factors
Falling Factors
Jump Factors
Benjamin, Daniel, and Lily are studying the history of urban population growth in the United States from 1890 to 1920. They are debating about the most significant source of this growth. Can you help them identify the correct source?
the establishment of suburbs
immigration from Europe
elimination of small pox
migration from the south
Anika, Luna, and Oliver are studying for their history exam. They come across a question about the Chinese Exclusion Act. They are trying to understand the reason behind it. What was the reason for the Chinese Exclusion Act?
Japan persuaded the United States to exclude Chinese immigrants.
Many Americans believed the Chinese were monopolizing jobs due to their willingness to work for cheap wages.
They wanted to acquire wealth and then take it to their homeland.
China and the United States were at war with one another.
Scarlett, Avery, and Abigail are studying a map of historical cattle trails in the United States. They are trying to identify the Great Western Cattle Trail. Which of the labeled trails on their map represents the Great Western Cattle Trail?
A
B
C
D
Upon arrival in New York City in the early 1900s, immigrants like Daniel, Nora, and Noah often encountered _______________. Choose ALL that apply.
crowded cities
harsh living conditions
discrimination
harsh working conditions
Elijah, Hannah, and Mason are studying about the history of immigration in the US. They learned that Asian immigrants faced a certain level of prejudice when they settled in the US. How did this prejudice compare to what European immigrants experienced?
Asian immigrants faced more prejudice than European immigrants.
Asian immigrants faced the same amount of prejudice as European immigrants.
Asian immigrants faced less prejudice than European immigrants.
Asian immigrants did not face any prejudice and lived happily.
Benjamin, David, and Aiden are studying global trade routes. They come across the Panama Canal. What is the importance of the Panama Canal in this context?
It reduced the distance trade ships had to travel, saving time and money.
It helped secure an American victory in the Spanish-American War.
The US was able to acquire the country of Panama as a US territory.
It improved US citizen's opinion of McKinley, leading to his re-election.
Cattle trails were essential to the _____________.
discovery of new lands.
development of more jobs in factories.
development of the West.
development of quicker trade routes.
