American Studies Cambium Study Sets-Set 1-2025

Which of the following would most undermine the credibility of a historical source about the American Revolution?

The author's argument contradicts itself in multiple sections.

Which source would be most useful in evaluating a claim about the impact of the New Deal on unemployment rates?

A collection of letters from factory workers in Europe during the Great Depression.

Which of the following best demonstrates a historian's use of corroboration in research?

Comparing multiple eyewitness accounts of the same event to identify consistencies.

Which principle in the Declaration of Independence reflects the Enlightenment idea of natural rights?

The government must protect life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

Which provision of the U.S. Constitution was influenced by the Northwest Ordinance's emphasis on education?

The encouragement of public education in new territories.

Which position did Federalists take during the debates over the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?

A strong central government is essential for national stability.

Which outcome resulted from the widespread use of railroads during the late 19th century?

An increase in the speed and efficiency of goods transportation.

Why did industrial growth in the late 1800s lead to increased urbanization in the United States?

Factories created jobs that attracted workers to cities.

Which reform was a direct result of Progressive efforts to improve working conditions?

The passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act.

Which outcome of the Spanish-American War increased U.S. influence in the Caribbean?

The U.S. gained control of Puerto Rico and Guam.

Which policy best describes U.S. foreign affairs following the acquisition of the Philippines?

Imperialism to expand American economic and military power.

Which factor most influenced the U.S. decision to enter World War I?

German unrestricted submarine warfare sinking U.S. ships.

Which factor most contributed to the economic prosperity of the 1920s?

Increased consumer spending on mass-produced goods.

Which New Deal program aimed to provide immediate relief to the unemployed?

The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC).

Which event during the Great Depression worsened economic conditions in the U.S.?

The passage of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act raising trade barriers.

Which factor most influenced the U.S. passage of the Neutrality Acts in the 1930s?

Desire to avoid repeating the losses of World War I.

How did World War II affect the U.S. economy in the early 1940s?

War production ended the Great Depression by creating jobs.

Which U.S. action marked the end of its isolationist policy in 1941?

Entry into World War II after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Which event heightened U.S. fears of communism in the late 1940s?

The Soviet Union's blockade of West Berlin.

Which U.S. policy aimed to stop Soviet expansion during the Cold War?

The Truman Doctrine providing aid to nations resisting communism.

Which factor contributed to the U.S. escalation of the Vietnam War in the 1960s?

Belief in the domino theory that communism would spread in Southeast Asia.

What was the primary goal of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

To end racial segregation in public places.

What was the main goal of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) during the Civil Rights Movement?

Ending racial segregation in public schools.

Which medical advancement most contributed to increased life expectancy between 1935 and 1965?

Discovery of antibiotics.

How did the shift from manufacturing to service industries impact the American economy in the late 20th century?

Labor and production costs increased.

The USA PATRIOT Act was passed in response to which event?

The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

Which of the following is NOT considered a factor that indicates a source is credible?

The author publishes the source on a website that receives a large number of visitors.

Which process do historians use to develop and support historical theses?

Use evidence to support or refute positions.

Which two factors were key causes of the Great Depression in the United States? (Select two answers.)

Stock market speculation & Federal government's monetary policies.

Which statement describes an argument made by the Anti-Federalists during the ratification debates over the U.S. Constitution?

A bill of rights must be included in order to protect citizens from abuse.