How did World War II impact life and commerce in the South? The war hastened a shift from agricultural to industrial employment in the region. The South became the center of the defense industry and the largest recipient of federal spending. More people migrated to southern cities and towns from other parts of the country. The living conditions of rural populations modernized dramatically. Per capita income rose to the highest in the nation.

Why were U.S. casualties during World War I much lower than those of other major combatants? A. Germany made a secret deal with Wilson to target mostly British and French troops. B. U.S. troops were better trained than troops from the other countries. C. The United States joined the war later than the others.

Which Neolithic Revolution development led to the other three? complex civilizations surplus of food division of labor domestication of plants and animals

The preeminent composers of sacred Renaissance motets were from southern Italy. True False

What was the goal of the wealthy planters in the South? A. To develop better methods of farming B. To have an aristocratic society like that in England C. To make an independent country in America D. To return to England as wealthy noblemen

The elite troops, raised from childhood, of the Ottoman Army. Cossacks Hussars Sepoys Janissaries

9. The Berlin Conference was attended by nations from all over. __ Asia Africa North America Europe

Which of the following describes who could vote by the end of the Age of Jackson? A all free men B most white men C only property owners D most free men and women

Describe the key themes of the film "Slavery By Another Name" that focuses on the series of legislation that brought the end of Reconstruction. Name and describe at least four of these laws and how they worked to: - Criminalize Black life in the South and; - Help in the rise of the convict leasing system. Then, describe the specific ways that the essay by T. LeFlouria, "The Hands that Rocks the Cradle Cuts Cordwood: Exploring Black Women's Lives and Labor in Georgia's Convict Camps" supplements the points made in "Slavery By Another Name: Your response should include specific examples from both of these resources.

Which of these actions was part of Nixon's strategy to end the Vietnam War? A. Attacking China B. Negotiating with Cambodia C. Bombing North Vietnam D. Bombing South Vietnam

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The primary objective of Manifest Destiny expansionists in the $1850's$ was A Nicaragua B Cuba C Panama

Evo Morales became the first Indigenous person to be elected president of Peru Bolivia. Colombia.

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What was the African colony established by white abolitionists? Sierra Leone Liberia Ghana Senegal

17. Which of the following was a key component of Roosevelt's "Square Deal"? A) Eliminate corporate taxes B) Promote the sale of alcohol C) Consumer protection control of corporations, and conservation D) Reinstate the gold standard

Complete the sentence: Jimmy Carter a) served one term as Georgia's governor. b) was a nuclear physicist. c) was a peanut farmer. d) all of the above are true.

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15. What was Theodore Roosevelt's famous motto regarding foreign policy? A) "Speak loudly and carry a small stick" B) "Speak softly and carry a big stick" C) "Powerful words lead to powerful actions" D) "Silence is golden in diplomacy"

Answer the following questions to check your understanding of the chapter. In 1932, during the presidential campaign, unemployment in the United States stood at about 10 percent. True or False True False

19. Why did Theodore Roosevelt throw his hat into the 1912 presidential election? A) He wanted to extend his presidency after his 1904 victory B) He wanted to join the World War I effort C) He believed he could win by running as a Democrat D) He was unhappy with the policies of his successor, William Howard Taft