New state leaders divided into “radical” and “elitist” factions over the level of confidence each had in the concept of A) government by consent. B) federalism. C) public virtue. D) republicanism. ANSWER C
Date: September 9th, 2020
Why did the Great Depression begin, and what was done in the first few years to ameliorate its difficulties? Answer: ANSWER An ideal answer will: 1. Discuss the reason why the value of stocks rose so precipitously during the 1920s and why this rise was inherently unstable. 2. Discuss the relationship between the federal […]
Date: September 9th, 2020
In John Calvin’s view, which of the following would be saved? A) everyone who followed the Ten Commandments B) a select few chosen by God C) those who were most generous in their gifts to the church D) anyone who abstained from drinking, dancing, and swearing ANSWER B
Date: September 9th, 2020
After President Roosevelt’s failed attempt to “pack” the Supreme Court with additional new justices, the justices on the Court began ruling in favor of FDR’s New Deal programs where they had ruled against them in the past. Answer: ANSWER TRUE
Date: September 9th, 2020
Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon pushed for __________. a. lower tax rates for everyone b. lower personal taxes for the rich c. higher corporation taxes d. higher taxes for the rich e. the abolition of the income tax ANSWER B
Date: September 9th, 2020
U.S. intelligence services knew in advance of Japan’s plans to attack Hawaii. Answer: ANSWER FALSE
Date: September 9th, 2020
What was the unique feature of the New Jersey state constitution? A) It created a unicameral (one-chamber) legislature. B) It did not require voters to own property. C) It did not provide for an office of governor. D) It allowed some women to vote. ANSWER D
Date: September 9th, 2020
For the United States, the cost of fighting World War II was A) covered by loans from banks and Series E bonds. B) completely covered by taxing large businesses. C) covered by taxes, loans, and Series E bonds. D) covered by an increase in the payroll tax. ANSWER Answer: C
Date: September 9th, 2020
What theme ran through almost all cultural expression of the 1820s-1840s? a. peace b. prosperity c. expansion d. morality e. democracy ANSWER E
Date: September 9th, 2020
The secret Manhattan Project A) led to the development of the atomic bomb. B) was led by Albert Einstein and Enrico Fermi. C) began in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. D) began in Los Alamos, New Mexico. ANSWER Answer: A
Date: September 9th, 2020
