In Vietnam, American military strategists counted heavily on __________. a. enthusiasm for the war which would generate recruits b. superior American firepower, especially airstrikes c. superior American counterinsurgency tactics d. the overwhelming number of American troops e. the overwhelming support from the Vietnamese people ANSWER B
In the 1920s, Calvin Coolidge came to be known as A) “prosperous Cal.” B) “silent Cal.” C) “honest Cal.” D) “just Cal.” ANSWER Answer: B
The most prominent student protest organization during the sixties was the __________. a. Students of America b. Students for a Democratic Society c. Yippie movement d. Southern Christian Leadership Conference e. Young Republicans ANSWER B
President Roosevelt’s fireside chats were particularly important because they A) helped to generate more radio sales. B) helped him overlook his often sad and strained marriage. C) enabled him to explain complex issues in plain language. D) were a better option than being seen in a wheelchair. ANSWER Answer: C
In 1790, American families typically were: a. larger than European families b. smaller than European families, because more Americans died in childhood c. smaller but healthier than European families d. roughly the same size as European families ANSWER A
The legislative programs supported by President Roosevelt after 1935, known as the “Second New Deal,” often had more to do with helping to ensure the long-term economic security for the American people. Answer: ANSWER TRUE
Which of the following best characterizes Alexander Hamilton’s position at the Constitutional Convention? A) radically democratic B) middle of the road C) moderately democratic D) extremely conservative ANSWER D
Analyze why tensions were growing between Japan and the United States, despite U.S. efforts for peace—and its desire to avoid a “two-ocean war.” Answer: ANSWER An ideal response will: 1. Describe U.S. continued support for China. 2. Analyze the U.S. lack of an effective foreign policy. 3. Discuss Japanese dependence on oil and metal […]
The U.S. decision to grant __________ independence in 1946 was put forward as a model of decolonization. A) Okinawa B) Puerto Rico C) the Philippines D) Taiwan ANSWER C
Liberty ships were key to the Allied success during World War II because they could successfully evade German and Japanese submarines. Answer: ANSWER FALSE
