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US History II Q3 Review

Total questions: 57

Worksheet time: 36mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What was the Truman Doctrine?

a)
Military alliance with European countries
b)
Plan to establish a global democracy
c)
Policy established by President Harry S. Truman in 1947 to provide aid to Greece and Turkey to prevent the spread of communism.
d)
Policy to promote free trade agreements
2.

What happened as a result of the U.S. giving aid to Greece and Turkey during the Cold War?

a)

Spread of dictatorships to those countries

b)

Increase in tensions between those two nations

c)

Formation of NATO and the Warsaw pact which led to greater peace

d)

Those countries were able to remain stable enough for Communism not to spread

3.

Which of the following best defines the era known as the Cold War?

a)
A period of warm relations between the US and the Soviet Union
b)
A time of direct military conflict between the US and China
c)
An era marked by peaceful cooperation between all world powers
d)

Geopolitical tension between the US and the Soviet Union without direct military conflict of those two nations

4.

What was the policy of containment?

a)
A United States foreign policy to prevent the spread of communism during the Cold War.
b)
A policy to reduce military spending
c)
A policy to promote the spread of communism
d)
A policy to isolate the United States from global affairs
5.

What was the Red Scare?

a)
The Red Scare was a celebration of communism in the United States.
b)
The Red Scare was a period of anti-communist hysteria in the United States.
c)
The Red Scare was a movement to promote socialism in the United States.
d)
The Red Scare was a period of pro-communist sentiment in the United States.
6.

Why did the Red Scare in the Cold War happen?

a)
Fear of capitalism spreading in the United States
b)
Fear of communism spreading in the United States
c)
Desire for increased trade with communist countries
d)
Lack of interest in global politics
7.

What was the impact of the Red Scare on the United States?

a)
The impact of the Red Scare on the United States included the suppression of free speech, political persecution, and the creation of a culture of fear and suspicion.
b)
The Red Scare led to increased political transparency and accountability in the United States.
c)
The Red Scare resulted in improved diplomatic relations between the United States and the Soviet Union.
d)
The Red Scare had no lasting impact on American society.
8.

How did the Government respond to fears of communists in the U.S.?

a)
Implemented measures such as the Blue Scare
b)
Encouraged communist ideologies
c)
Ignored the concerns completely
d)
Implemented measures such as the Red Scare, McCarthyism, and the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC)
9.

What was Mutually Assured Destruction?

a)
A peace treaty between two warring nations
b)
A diplomatic agreement to limit nuclear weapons production
c)
A military strategy focused on guerrilla warfare tactics
d)
A military strategy where both sides possess enough nuclear weapons to destroy each other, deterring nuclear attacks.
10.

How did the U.S. respond to the Soviets detonating their first atomic bomb?

a)
Intensified nuclear weapons program and developed more advanced weapons
b)
Formed a military alliance with the Soviet Union
c)
Increased economic aid to the Soviet Union
d)
Sent a peace delegation to Moscow
11.

In what way were both the U.S. and Soviet Union afraid of nuclear war?

a)
Fear of economic collapse
b)
Fear of losing political power
c)
Fear of natural disasters
d)
Fear of devastating consequences and mutual annihilation
12.

What is the policy of brinkmanship?

a)
Escalating a conflict to achieve a quick resolution
b)
Avoiding any confrontation to maintain peace
c)

Pushing a dangerous situation to the brink of nuclear war to achieve objectives.

d)
Negotiating with adversaries to prevent conflict
13.

What is McCarthyism?

a)
McCarthyism was a movement to promote communism in the United States.
b)
McCarthyism was a peaceful protest against government policies.
c)
McCarthyism was a literary movement in the 1960s.
d)
McCarthyism was a period of intense anti-communist suspicion in the United States that lasted from the late 1940s to the 1950s.
14.

How did the Red Scare lead to conformity?

a)
The Red Scare led to increased tolerance for different political ideologies
b)
The Red Scare encouraged people to embrace communism openly
c)
The Red Scare instilled fear of communism, prompting people to conform to American ideals to avoid suspicion.
d)
The Red Scare promoted individualism and diversity
15.

How did the Red Scare impact the political spectrum of the United States?

a)
The Red Scare caused the political spectrum to shift towards socialism.
b)
The Red Scare had no impact on the political spectrum of the United States.
c)
The Red Scare led to a more liberal political spectrum in the United States.
d)
The Red Scare shifted the political spectrum to the right with a focus on anti-communist sentiments and policies.
16.

Which country produced the most nuclear weapons?

a)
France
b)
United States
c)
China
d)
Russia
17.

What caused the Space Race?

a)
Economic competition between countries
b)
Scientific curiosity
c)
Political and ideological tensions during the Cold War
d)
Desire for global dominance
18.

What was the Civil Rights Era?

a)
A period in history dedicated to space exploration
b)
A movement advocating for animal rights
c)
A time period focused on technological advancements
d)
A period in American history focused on the fight for equal rights for African Americans.
19.

What was the ruling of Brown v. BOE 1954?

a)
Racial segregation in public schools was deemed unconstitutional.
b)
Racial segregation in public schools was deemed constitutional.
c)
The case was dismissed due to lack of evidence.
d)
The ruling was in favor of separate but equal education.
20.

What did the Supreme Court say was the reason for their ruling in the Brown v. BOE 1954 decision?

a)
Equal educational facilities are inherently separate.
b)
Separate educational facilities are inherently equal.
c)
The ruling was based on economic factors.
d)

'Separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.' and led to the students feeling inferior psychologically

21.

What was the ruling of Separate But Equal?

a)
Segregation based on race was illegal regardless of the quality of the facilities.
b)
Segregation based on race was only allowed in certain states.
c)
Segregation based on race was only allowed in schools.
d)
Segregation based on race was legal as long as the separate facilities were equal in quality.
22.

Why was Separate but equal challenged in the Civil Rights Movement?

a)
It was inherently unequal and perpetuated segregation and discrimination based on race.
b)
It promoted equality and integration among different races
c)
It was widely accepted and supported by all communities
d)
It was a cost-effective solution to racial tensions
23.

What impact did the ruling in Brown v. BOE have on encouraging the Civil Rights Movement?

a)
It led to increased discrimination and violence against civil rights activists.
b)
It set a legal precedent for desegregation and inspired the Civil Rights Movement.
c)
It had no impact on the Civil Rights Movement.
d)
It reinforced segregation and hindered the Civil Rights Movement.
24.

How did the Southern States react to the Brown v. BOE ruling?

a)
They filed a lawsuit to overturn the decision.
b)
They resisted desegregation by implementing various tactics to delay or avoid compliance.
c)
They immediately complied with the ruling without any resistance.
d)
They welcomed the integration of schools and communities.
25.

What were literacy tests?

a)
Exams used to disenfranchise African Americans by requiring difficult reading and writing tests to vote
b)
Math exams to test arithmetic skills
c)
Oral exams to test speaking ability
d)
Physical exams to test vision and hearing
26.

What did the Voting Rights Act of 1965 do?

a)
It aimed to restrict voting rights for minority groups.
b)
It focused on expanding voting rights for women.
c)
It was primarily concerned with regulating campaign finance.
d)
It aimed to overcome legal barriers preventing African Americans from voting.
27.

What act got rid of Literacy Tests?

a)
Civil Rights Act of 1964
b)
Emancipation Proclamation
c)
Declaration of Independence
d)
Voting Rights Act of 1965
28.

What was the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

a)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a sports event in Montgomery, Alabama.
b)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a music festival in Montgomery, Alabama.
c)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a civil rights protest in Montgomery, Alabama, from December 5, 1955, to December 20, 1956.
d)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a cooking competition in Montgomery, Alabama.
29.

What impact did the Montgomery Bus Boycott have ?

a)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott played a significant role in the Civil Rights Movement, leading to the desegregation of buses in Montgomery, Alabama.
b)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott had no impact on civil rights
c)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott resulted in the closure of bus services in Montgomery
d)
The Montgomery Bus Boycott led to increased segregation on buses
30.

What was the KKK?

a)
The KKK was a civil rights organization.
b)
The KKK was a humanitarian group.
c)
The KKK was a political party.
d)
The KKK was a white supremacist hate group founded in the United States.
31.

What was the White Citizens League?

a)
A civil rights organization advocating for racial equality
b)
A political party supporting African American rights
c)
A group promoting multiculturalism and diversity
d)
A white supremacist organization formed in the 1950s to resist racial integration and civil rights for African Americans.
32.

How did the Supreme Court react to the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

a)
The Supreme Court supported the continuation of segregation on public buses.
b)
The Supreme Court remained neutral and did not issue a ruling.
c)
The Supreme Court ruled that segregation on public buses was unconstitutional.
d)
The Supreme Court declared the Montgomery Bus Boycott illegal.
33.

What were Jim Crow Laws?

a)
Laws promoting racial integration in the Southern United States.
b)
Regulations governing voting rights in the Northern United States.
c)
Legislation aimed at improving educational opportunities for minorities.
d)
State and local laws enforcing racial segregation in the Southern United States.
34.

Which political group of people would be most in support of Jim Crow Laws?

a)
Civil rights activists
b)
Human rights advocates
c)

White supremacists or segregationists, more conservative people

d)
Integrationists
35.

How did the U.S. government eventually get states to comply with racial integration?

a)
Sending military troops to enforce compliance
b)
Threatening to cut off state funding
c)
Enforcement of federal laws, court rulings, and the threat of withholding federal funding.
d)
Offering financial incentives to states
36.

What was the children's crusade of 1963?

a)
A children's festival held in 1963 to celebrate peace and unity
b)
A protest march by children and teenagers in Birmingham, Alabama in 1963 against segregation and racial injustice.
c)
A children's book published in 1963 about a fictional crusade
d)
A children's sports event in 1963 promoting healthy living
37.

What tactics were used against protesters in Birmingham, Alabama?

a)
Police dogs and fire hoses
b)
Bean bag rounds and flashbang grenades
c)
Water cannons and pepper spray
d)
Tear gas and rubber bullets
38.

How did TV impact the way people felt about the Civil Rights Movement?

a)
TV only showed negative aspects of the Civil Rights Movement
b)
TV caused people to become less supportive of the Civil Rights Movement
c)
TV had no impact on how people felt about the Civil Rights Movement
d)
TV provided a platform for the Civil Rights Movement to reach a wider audience and gain more support.
39.

How did the images on TV impact the civil rights movement?

a)
Images on TV caused division and conflict within the civil rights movement
b)
Images on TV had no impact on the civil rights movement
c)
Images on TV brought the civil rights movement into people's homes, creating empathy and awareness of the struggles faced by African Americans, leading to increased support for the movement.
d)
Images on TV led to a decrease in public support for the civil rights movement
40.

How did the Children's Crusade of 1963 lead to the March on Washington?

a)
The Children's Crusade of 1963 was a separate event from the March on Washington
b)
The Children's Crusade of 1963 resulted in decreased support for civil rights causes
c)
The Children's Crusade of 1963 led to increased tensions and violence within the civil rights movement
d)
Increased national attention and support for the civil rights movement
41.

What impact did the Voting Rights Act and 24th Amendment have on voting in the South?

a)
They helped eliminate discriminatory practices and barriers to voting for African Americans in the South.
b)
They had no impact on voting practices in the South.
c)
They limited voting rights to only white citizens in the South.
d)
They increased voter suppression tactics in the South.
42.

What was the Vietnam War?

a)
The Vietnam War was a conflict between North and South Korea.
b)
The Vietnam War was a peaceful negotiation between the two regions.
c)
The Vietnam War was a result of a civil war within North Vietnam.
d)
The Vietnam War was a conflict between North and South Vietnam, supported by different global powers, which ended in the reunification of Vietnam under communist control.
43.

What was the Gulf of Tonkin resolution?

a)
An agreement between the U.S. and China regarding trade policies
b)
A resolution passed by the United Nations in response to the Cuban Missile Crisis
c)
A treaty signed by North and South Vietnam in 1964
d)
A joint resolution passed by the U.S. Congress in 1964, giving President Lyndon B. Johnson the authority to use military force in Southeast Asia without a formal declaration of war.
44.

What was the Gulf of Tonkin incident?

a)
The Gulf of Tonkin incident was a pair of events in August 1964 that led to increased U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War.
b)
The Gulf of Tonkin incident was a military parade in North Vietnam
c)
The Gulf of Tonkin incident was a diplomatic meeting between the US and Vietnam
d)
The Gulf of Tonkin incident was a natural disaster in 1964
45.

What did the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution do?

a)
Implemented economic sanctions against countries in the Gulf of Tonkin
b)
Authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to use military force in Southeast Asia without a formal declaration of war.
c)
Allowed for the establishment of a peace treaty between North and South Vietnam
d)
Granted full independence to the Gulf of Tonkin region
46.

What was the Domino Theory?

a)
The Domino Theory was the belief that if one country in a region fell to communism, then neighboring countries would also fall like a row of dominoes.
b)
The Domino Theory was a marketing concept used by a pizza chain to promote their delivery service
c)
The Domino Theory was a scientific principle stating that all objects fall at the same rate due to gravity
d)
The Domino Theory was a strategy used in chess to win the game by capturing all the opponent's pieces in a row
47.

How did public opinion shift throughout the Vietnam War?

a)
Public opinion shifted due to factors like media coverage, anti-war protests, casualties, and lack of progress.
b)
Public opinion shifted due to increased government transparency
c)
Public opinion shifted due to economic factors unrelated to the war
d)
Public opinion remained consistently supportive of the Vietnam War
48.

How did American's react to the Tet Offensive of 1968?

a)
Americans reacted with relief, thinking the Tet Offensive marked the end of the war
b)
Americans reacted with joy and celebration, believing the war was won
c)
Americans reacted with shock and disillusionment, realizing the Vietnam War was far from over.
d)
Americans reacted with indifference, not paying much attention to the news
49.

How did the draft during the Vietnam War impact protesting?

a)
The draft during the Vietnam War led to peaceful protesting.
b)
The draft during the Vietnam War led to increased protesting.
c)
The draft during the Vietnam War decreased protesting.
d)
The draft during the Vietnam War had no impact on protesting.
50.

What happened during the Kent State University protests?

a)
National Guard troops fired into a crowd of students, killing four and injuring nine others.
b)
The National Guard provided medical aid to injured students
c)
The protests led to the passing of a new university policy
d)
Students peacefully dispersed without any confrontation
51.

What was the result of the Vietnam War?

a)
Victory for the United States and establishment of a democratic government in Vietnam
b)
Peaceful resolution and division of Vietnam into two separate countries
c)
Complete withdrawal of all foreign forces from Vietnam without any consequences
d)
Fall of Saigon and reunification of Vietnam under communist rule
52.

(2016)How did the event described by Rosa Parks in this excerpt affect the Civil Rights movement?

a)

It changed the way police arrested public protesters.

b)

It resulted in a bus boycott that lasted more than a year.

c)

It led to an increase in the number of registered voters in southern states.

d)

It prompted the government to station the National Guard in southern states.

53.

(2017)What was the goal of the protests depicted on this map?

a)

To pressure Congress to prohibit discrimination against disabled citizens

b)

To demonstrate the economic impact of discriminatory practices on interstate transportation

c)

To challenge the federal government to enforce Supreme Court rulings against discrimination in interstate transportation

d)

To persuade states to abandon discriminatory voter-registration procedures

54.

(2017)President Eisenhower exercised his federal authority in an effort to —

a)

ensure the safety of protesters at lunch counter sit-ins

b)

end the violence directed against the Freedom Riders

c)

enforce a ruling to desegregate public schools

d)

protect citizens from rioting spurred by Ku Klux Klan rallies

55.

(2021) What did the federal government do to address the social injustice shown in this photgraph?

a)

Enforced the Wisconsin v. Yoder decision protecting First Amendment rights

b)

Established the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) to promote voting rights

c)

Passed civil rights legislation banning segregation in public places

d)

Issued an executive order prohibiting limits on interstate migration

56.

(2016)This confrontation centered around —

a)

disagreement over the use of taxes to fund public education

b)

the refusal of federal courts to hear cases concerning civil rights violations

c)

the denial of First and Fifth Amendment freedoms by southern state legislatures

d)

resistance by state and local governments to the Brown v. Board of Education ruling

57.

What was one result of the activism shown in these photographs?

a)

It reduced the ability of the courts to decide the constitutionality

of suffrage.

b)

It prompted lawmakers to reinstate poll taxes for voting.

c)

It reduced the influence of special interest groups devoted to

expanding suffrage.

d)

It brought national attention to problems associated with voting.

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