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WorksheetsPeriod 9
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is the purpose of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)?
It created a new intercontinental defense system using radar and aerospace technology
It created a new trade association which phased out tariffs between member countries to stimulate their economies.
It created a free trade zone with China and other Asian countries
It created a new trade pact between Mexico, Japan, and the United States
Why was Bill Clinton impeached?
He tried to spy for Russia
He was sabotaging Congress's election efforts
He lied under oath about having an affair
He used taxpayer money to fund his own businesses
What are effects of scandals like Bill Clinton and Watergate?
Campaign finances have to be regulated
People lose trust in the government
Elected officials face scrutiny about their personal lives
Media outlets focus on policy issues of presidents.
What stopped the 2000 election controversy which gave Bush the victory?
The Campaign Recount law passed by Congress
The Supreme Court's decision in Bush v Gore stopped the Florida recount
President Clinton suspending election after November 8th
An FBI investigation showing mass voter fraud
What powers did the government gain from the PATRIOT ACT making it a controversial law.
It gained the power to imprison American citizens without due process rights
To gave the President war powers similar to the War Powers Act
It gave the government power to conduct surveillance without warrants
It gave the Congress the power to oversee military courts
What impact did Ross Perot have on the 1992 Election?
He won the presidency, the first time for a 3rd party candidate
He split the conservative vote with Bush, causing Clinton to win the election
He split the liberal vote with Clinton, causing Bush to win
He caused a scandal which postponed the 1992 election by 6 months
Why did the US and UN invade Iraq in 2003?
The Iraqi government was hiding Osama bin Laden
The Iraqi government masterminded 9/11
Saddam Hussein was allegedly hiding weapons of mass destruction
Iraq has just invaded Kuwait for its oil reserves
Which of these (choose 4) describe Conservative values from the 1980s?
Reduce size of federal govenrment
Create a strong, powerful military
Tax cuts for Americans and corporations
Reduce/cut regulations on businesses
Increase regulations on businesses
What significant event marked the beginning of Period 9 in U.S. history?
The end of the Cold War
The election of Ronald Reagan
The September 11 attacks
The signing of NAFTA
Which technological advancement became widespread during Period 9, significantly impacting communication?
The invention of the television
The rise of the internet
The development of the telegraph
The creation of the radio
Which economic policy was a major focus during Period 9 in the United States?
The New Deal
Reaganomics
The Great Society
The Fair Deal
What was a major environmental concern that gained attention during Period 9?
Deforestation
Global warming
Acid rain
Ozone layer depletion
Which international agreement was signed during Period 9 to address climate change?
Kyoto Protocol
Paris Agreement
Montreal Protocol
Rio Declaration
Which social movement gained significant momentum during Period 9 in the United States?
Civil Rights Movement
Women's Suffrage Movement
LGBTQ+ Rights Movement
Labor Movement
What was a key foreign policy challenge for the United States during Period 9?
The Vietnam War
The Gulf War
The Korean War
The Cuban Missile Crisis
