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What was the main focus of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s?

To end racial discrimination and secure equal rights for African Americans.

What legislation did President Lyndon B. Johnson sign in 1964 to combat discrimination?

The Civil Rights Act of 1964.

What was the significance of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution?

It allowed President Lyndon B. Johnson to escalate U.S. military involvement in Vietnam.

Who were the main political parties involved in the election of 1968?

The Democratic Party, the Republican Party, and the American Independent Party.

What was the Watergate scandal?

A political scandal involving a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and subsequent cover-up by the Nixon administration.

What did the Supreme Court rule in Roe v. Wade (1973)?

The decision legalized abortion nationwide, stating that a woman's right to privacy extends to her decision to terminate a pregnancy.

What was the purpose of the War Powers Act of 1973?

To limit the President's ability to engage U.S. forces in military actions without Congressional approval.

What was the main outcome of the Iran Hostage Crisis?

The crisis significantly affected U.S. politics and contributed to President Jimmy Carter's defeat in the 1980 election.

What was significant about the Election of 1980?

Ronald Reagan won in a landslide victory, signaling a shift towards conservative policies in the U.S.

What economic policy is Ronald Reagan known for?

Reaganomics, which emphasized tax cuts, deregulation, and a reduction in government spending.

What was the importance of the Berlin Wall's fall in 1989?

It symbolized the end of the Cold War and the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe.

What did the term 'Camelot' refer to in the context of the Kennedy administration?

It described the idealized and youthful image of John F. Kennedy's presidency.

What event is associated with the 'silent majority' speech by Nixon?

The speech provided a defense for the Vietnam War and aimed to rally support from Americans who were not vocal about their views.

What was the intent of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)?

To guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex.

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court ruling in United States v. Nixon (1974)?

It affirmed the principle that the President is not above the law, leading to Nixon's resignation.

What policy did the U.S. adopt towards the Soviet Union during the late 1970s?

Détente, aimed at easing tensions through diplomacy and arms control agreements.

What was the main theme of the Reagan Doctrine?

To support anti-communist movements worldwide, particularly in Latin America and Afghanistan.

What was the primary cause of the Gulf War in 1990-1991?

Iraq's invasion of Kuwait prompted international intervention led by the United States.

What was significant about the 1965 Immigration Act?

It ended the quota system based on national origins and increased immigration from Asian and Latin American countries.

What was the significance of the 1972 Equal Rights Amendment?

It sought to eliminate legal distinctions between the sexes, though it ultimately failed to be ratified by enough states.