What is a literal definition of “transcendental”? Explain the value of such a view in American life. What special contribution does this point of view make to American culture? What will be an ideal response? ANSWER A dictionary definition of “transcendental” stresses phrases such as “beyond experience,” “beyond the rational,” “remote from practical affairs,” […]
What was the most potent theme of the 1924 presidential election? A) the Teapot Dome scandal B) prohibition C) prosperity D) progressivism ANSWER C
During the twentieth century, the center of federal power shifted to A) the House of Representatives. B) the Senate. C) the president. D) the Supreme Court. ANSWER C
Which one of the following was a major economic problem in the United States at the end of World War II? A) overproduction B) depression C) unemployment D) inflation ANSWER D
Well-known anti-imperialists who opposed the annexation of the Philippines included all the following EXCEPT A) William Jennings Bryan. B) Mark Twain. C) Andrew Carnegie. D) Henry Cabot Lodge. ANSWER D
The Civil War is sometimes called the first “total war.” What does this label mean? Cite several actions of the Civil War that seem to illustrate that it was a total war. What will be an ideal response? ANSWER Total war involves the mobilization of all the resources of a nation not only to […]
Most late nineteenth-century physicians alleged that A) the threat of venereal disease was exaggerated and did not pose a serious health problem. B) a robust sex life was physically and spiritually healthy for women. C) most women were indifferent toward and merely endured sexual relations. D) most women enjoyed sex and experienced orgasm. ANSWER […]
During the Spanish-American War, Theodore Roosevelt was a lieutenant colonel in ________ in Cuba. A) a supply corps B) a cavalry regiment C) a guerilla force D) an infantry division ANSWER B
The first combat success of the Rough Riders in Cuba was their capture of A) San Juan Hill. B) Santiago. C) Havana. D) Kettle Hill. ANSWER D
Explain why many American businessmen and farmers might have supported the idea of American expansion in the 1890s. What will be an ideal response? ANSWER Both farmers and businessmen were interested in new markets for their products. Businessmen saw new sources of raw materials and new opportunities for investment in foreign economies. Businessmen also […]
