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Q3 Test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| One major reason cities grew rapidly during the late 1800s was because | factories provided job opportunities |
| The main goal of Progressive Era reformers was to | fix social and political problems |
| The Jungle exposed problems in | the meatpacking industry |
| As a result of The Jungle, the U.S. government | passed food safety laws |
| The success of Wilbur Wright and Orville Wright proved that | human flight was possible |
| A major cause of World War I was | militarism |
| The “A” in MAIN (causes of WWI) stands for | Alliances |
| Nationalism before WWI led countries to | feel intense pride and competition |
| The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand caused | a chain reaction of alliance obligations |
| On the American homefront during WWI, citizens were encouraged to | buy war bonds |
| WWI propaganda posters were designed mainly toWWI propaganda posters were designed mainly to | influence public opinion |
| he 1918 flu pandemic spread quickly partly because | soldiers traveled between countries |
| Jacob Riis used photography to | expose poor urban living conditions |
| The Biltmore Estate reflects | wealth created during the Gilded Age |
| The Harlem Renaissance was | a cultural movement celebrating African American arts |
| The Harlem Renaissance took place primarily in | New York |
| The Roaring Twenties were known for | cultural change and consumer growth |
| 1920s slang reflects | changing youth culture |
| Political machines in cities often | exchanged jobs for votes |
| Child labor reforms were meant to | protect children from harsh working conditions |
| The Progressive Era followed the | Gilded Age |
| The U.S. entered WWI mainly because of | unrestricted submarine warfare |
| War bonds were used to | fund the war effort |
| During WWI, rationing meant | limiting food and supplies |
| The 1918 flu pandemic | killed millions worldwide |
| The Stock Market Crash of 1929 is related to | the Great Depression’s beginnings |
| Industrialization led to | urbanization |
| The purpose of Jacob Riis’ photos was to | expose corruption and injustice |
| Propaganda often appeals to | emotions and patriotism |
| The Progressive Era reforms eventually led to | more government regulation |
| Explain how industrialization changed American cities during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Include at least two specific examples. | Growth of factories creating jobs Urbanization (people moving to cities) Immigration increasing population Tenement housing / overcrowding Poor sanitation and working conditions |
| Describe how World War I affected Americans at home. Give at least one example. | Propaganda posters influencing citizens War bonds raising money Rationing food and supplies Increased factory production Women entering the workforce 1918 flu pandemic impact |
| Essay Question: During World War I, propaganda played a major role in the United States. In 3–5 complete sentences, explain: What propaganda is Why the U.S. government used propaganda How propaganda affected American citizens | Clearly defines propaganda Explains why the U.S. government used it Gives specific examples (posters, war bonds, emotional appeals, patriotism, etc.) 3–5 complete, well-developed sentences Demonstrates strong understanding |