Questions from Past EOC - History Strand
Below are questions from past EOC tests:
(1A)
From 2014 EOC:
The ideas contained in the Declaration of Independence helped --
A.motivate European rulers to establish new colonies
B inspire people in other countries to question the authority of their government
C encourage new settlers in South America to assimilate native populations
D persuade religious leaders in other countries to stop the persecution of non-Christians
*answer: B
From 2014 EOC:
The ideas contained in the Declaration of Independence helped --
A.motivate European rulers to establish new colonies
B inspire people in other countries to question the authority of their government
C encourage new settlers in South America to assimilate native populations
D persuade religious leaders in other countries to stop the persecution of non-Christians
*answer: B
(1 B)
From the 2015 EOC:
Which of the following provided a legal basis for this Supreme Court decision?
A The Thirteenth Amendment
B The decision in Brown v. Board of Education
C The Civil Rights Act of 1964
D The First Amendment
*answer: D
From the 2015 EOC:
Which of the following provided a legal basis for this Supreme Court decision?
A The Thirteenth Amendment
B The decision in Brown v. Board of Education
C The Civil Rights Act of 1964
D The First Amendment
*answer: D
(2B)
From the 2016 EOC
Which of the following best characterizes the Gilded Age?
A The discovery of goldfields in the West led to an increase in the amount of money issued for circulation.
B Industrialists used their connections with corrupt government officials for material gain and political power.
C In the Deep South a sharp increase in immigration brought a boom in construction and industry.
D Small, family-owned farms were bought and consolidated to form large agricultural corporations.
*answer: B
From the 2016 EOC
Which of the following best characterizes the Gilded Age?
A The discovery of goldfields in the West led to an increase in the amount of money issued for circulation.
B Industrialists used their connections with corrupt government officials for material gain and political power.
C In the Deep South a sharp increase in immigration brought a boom in construction and industry.
D Small, family-owned farms were bought and consolidated to form large agricultural corporations.
*answer: B
From the 2015 EOC:
The issue addressed by this poster is primarily associated with the --
A Progressive Era
B Great Depression
C Roaring Twenties
D Cold War
*answer: A
The issue addressed by this poster is primarily associated with the --
A Progressive Era
B Great Depression
C Roaring Twenties
D Cold War
*answer: A
From the 2014 EOC:
The Roaring Twenties were characterized by --
A internment camps, the rationing of goods, and the first use of an atomic bomb
B bank failures, the New Deal, and bread lines
C installment plans, Prohibition, and flappers
D brinkmanship, McCarthyism, and a policy of containment
*answer: C
The Roaring Twenties were characterized by --
A internment camps, the rationing of goods, and the first use of an atomic bomb
B bank failures, the New Deal, and bread lines
C installment plans, Prohibition, and flappers
D brinkmanship, McCarthyism, and a policy of containment
*answer: C
From the 2014 EOC:
Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?
A A sharp increase in the power given to state governments
B An extended period of economic depression
C The adoption of an interventionist foreign policy
D The formation of a national Civil Rights movement
*answer: B
Which of the following was a defining characteristic of the United States during the 1930s?
A A sharp increase in the power given to state governments
B An extended period of economic depression
C The adoption of an interventionist foreign policy
D The formation of a national Civil Rights movement
*answer: B
From the 2013 EOC:
During the Gilded Age there was a notable increase in federal support for --
A the growth of big business
B involvement in foreign wars
C the acquisition of foreign territories
D increased temperance regulations
*answer: A
During the Gilded Age there was a notable increase in federal support for --
A the growth of big business
B involvement in foreign wars
C the acquisition of foreign territories
D increased temperance regulations
*answer: A
(2 D)
From the 2015 EOC:
Which of the following was a direct result of the 1957 launch of Sputnik 1?
A The United States began a period of technology sharing with the Soviet Union.
B The U.S. government founded a federal agency dedicated to space exploration.
C The Soviet Union was unable to collect images of the United States from space.
D The Soviet government collapsed because of economic competition.
*answer: B
From the 2015 EOC:
Which of the following was a direct result of the 1957 launch of Sputnik 1?
A The United States began a period of technology sharing with the Soviet Union.
B The U.S. government founded a federal agency dedicated to space exploration.
C The Soviet Union was unable to collect images of the United States from space.
D The Soviet government collapsed because of economic competition.
*answer: B
(3A)
From the 2016 EOC:
The primary objective of the Dawes Act was to —
A promote cultural assimilation of American Indians
B turn American Indian reservations into corporate farmland
C end warfare between American Indians and the U.S. military
D promote American Indian investment in private industry
*answer: A
From the 2016 EOC:
The primary objective of the Dawes Act was to —
A promote cultural assimilation of American Indians
B turn American Indian reservations into corporate farmland
C end warfare between American Indians and the U.S. military
D promote American Indian investment in private industry
*answer: A
From the 2015 EOC:
Which issue is this cartoon addressing?
A Political corruption
B Temperance
C Civil-service reform
D Segregation
*answer: A
Which issue is this cartoon addressing?
A Political corruption
B Temperance
C Civil-service reform
D Segregation
*answer: A
From the 2014 EOC:
What was one reason for the expansion of machine politics in the late nineteenth century?
A The rapid influx of immigrants made it difficult for local governments to provide basic services.
B Federal restrictions prevented voters from influencing government decisions at the local level.
C The economy was too tightly regulated to allow urban growth.
D Settlement houses failed to help immigrants adjust to life in the city.
*answer: A
What was one reason for the expansion of machine politics in the late nineteenth century?
A The rapid influx of immigrants made it difficult for local governments to provide basic services.
B Federal restrictions prevented voters from influencing government decisions at the local level.
C The economy was too tightly regulated to allow urban growth.
D Settlement houses failed to help immigrants adjust to life in the city.
*answer: A
From the 2013 EOC:
During the nineteenth century, one way political bosses gained voter support was by --
A campaigning for women’s suffrage
B advocating the use of poll taxes
C making improvements in urban infrastructure
D providing public assistance for former slaves
*answer: C
During the nineteenth century, one way political bosses gained voter support was by --
A campaigning for women’s suffrage
B advocating the use of poll taxes
C making improvements in urban infrastructure
D providing public assistance for former slaves
*answer: C
(3B)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which statement best completes this list?
A Congress passed legislation imposing tariffs on imported beef.
B Most of the cowboys on cattle drives were European immigrants.
C The cattle industry was nationalized under the Department of Agriculture.
D The need to process large amounts of cattle made meatpacking a major industry.
*answer: D
From the 2016 EOC:
Which statement best completes this list?
A Congress passed legislation imposing tariffs on imported beef.
B Most of the cowboys on cattle drives were European immigrants.
C The cattle industry was nationalized under the Department of Agriculture.
D The need to process large amounts of cattle made meatpacking a major industry.
*answer: D
From the 2015 EOC:
Which of the following occurred between 1865 and 1900 as a result of the rapid industrialization of the United States?
A Social and economic class divisions began to disappear.
B Concerns about air pollution led to stricter environmental regulations.
C Union membership increased as workers sought better pay and conditions.
D Factory owners introduced wage-equity policies for women in the workplace.
*answer: C
Which of the following occurred between 1865 and 1900 as a result of the rapid industrialization of the United States?
A Social and economic class divisions began to disappear.
B Concerns about air pollution led to stricter environmental regulations.
C Union membership increased as workers sought better pay and conditions.
D Factory owners introduced wage-equity policies for women in the workplace.
*answer: C
From the 2014 EOC:
Why did the Populist Party want free coinage of silver?
A To increase the amount of money in circulation
B To reduce economic inflation
C To raise campaign contribution limits
D To decrease the bargaining power of labor unions
*answer: A
Why did the Populist Party want free coinage of silver?
A To increase the amount of money in circulation
B To reduce economic inflation
C To raise campaign contribution limits
D To decrease the bargaining power of labor unions
*answer: A
From the 2013 EOC:
This cover from a nineteenth-century periodical helps illustrate that the United States was beginning to change from --
A a mostly rural society to a mostly urban one
B a slave-owning society to one without slavery
C a foreign policy of isolationism to one of interventionism
D a direct democracy to a representative one
*answer: A
This cover from a nineteenth-century periodical helps illustrate that the United States was beginning to change from --
A a mostly rural society to a mostly urban one
B a slave-owning society to one without slavery
C a foreign policy of isolationism to one of interventionism
D a direct democracy to a representative one
*answer: A
(3C)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which Andrew Carnegie quotation best explains why he funded libraries like the one in this photograph?
A “Under the law of competition, the employer of thousands is forced into the strictest economies, . . . and often there is friction between the employer and the employed.”
B “The price which society pays for the law of competition, like the price it pays for cheap comforts and luxuries, is... great.”
C “The best means of benefiting the community is to place within its reach the ladders upon which the aspiring can rise.”
D “This, then, is . . . the duty of the man of wealth: To set an example of modest, unostentatious living, shunning display or extravagance.”
*answer C
From the 2016 EOC:
Which Andrew Carnegie quotation best explains why he funded libraries like the one in this photograph?
A “Under the law of competition, the employer of thousands is forced into the strictest economies, . . . and often there is friction between the employer and the employed.”
B “The price which society pays for the law of competition, like the price it pays for cheap comforts and luxuries, is... great.”
C “The best means of benefiting the community is to place within its reach the ladders upon which the aspiring can rise.”
D “This, then, is . . . the duty of the man of wealth: To set an example of modest, unostentatious living, shunning display or extravagance.”
*answer C
From the 2014 EOC:
Nineteenth-century nativist organizations advocated --
A limiting federal military power through the organization of local militias
B conserving natural resources through the creation of national parks
C globalizing the economy through participation in free-trade agreements
D promoting an ethnically homogeneous society through restrictions on immigration
*answer D
Nineteenth-century nativist organizations advocated --
A limiting federal military power through the organization of local militias
B conserving natural resources through the creation of national parks
C globalizing the economy through participation in free-trade agreements
D promoting an ethnically homogeneous society through restrictions on immigration
*answer D
From the 2013 EOC:
Which group of people most likely inspired the creation of this 1893 cartoon?
A Union leaders
B Political bosses
C Philanthropists
D Nativists
*answer D
Which group of people most likely inspired the creation of this 1893 cartoon?
A Union leaders
B Political bosses
C Philanthropists
D Nativists
*answer D
(3 D)
From the 2016 EOC:
A high school teacher wrote these bullet points on the whiteboard. What was the most likely topic of discussion?
A Goals of U.S. assimilation policies
B Objectives of the Grange movement
C Reasons for immigration to the United States
D Principles of social Darwinism
*answer C
From the 2016 EOC:
A high school teacher wrote these bullet points on the whiteboard. What was the most likely topic of discussion?
A Goals of U.S. assimilation policies
B Objectives of the Grange movement
C Reasons for immigration to the United States
D Principles of social Darwinism
*answer C
(4 A)
From the 2016 EOC:
Mahan’s books influenced U.S. efforts to become a world power primarily by —
A advocating overseas expansion
B emphasizing the need for protectionist tariffs
C demonstrating the political risks of foreign trade
D arguing against forming overseas alliances
*answer A
From the 2016 EOC:
Mahan’s books influenced U.S. efforts to become a world power primarily by —
A advocating overseas expansion
B emphasizing the need for protectionist tariffs
C demonstrating the political risks of foreign trade
D arguing against forming overseas alliances
*answer A
From the 2015 EOC:
How did these events affect the United States?
A They increased public support for cuts in U.S. defense spending.
B They prompted the end of Dollar Diplomacy in Latin America.
C They set a precedent of including territorial acquisitions in settlements.
D They helped establish the United States as an imperial power similar to European nations.
*answer D
How did these events affect the United States?
A They increased public support for cuts in U.S. defense spending.
B They prompted the end of Dollar Diplomacy in Latin America.
C They set a precedent of including territorial acquisitions in settlements.
D They helped establish the United States as an imperial power similar to European nations.
*answer D
From the 2014 EOC:
Which sentence provides information needed to complete both the cause and effect portions of this diagram?
A The 1898 Spanish-American War led to world power status for the United States.
B The 1914 opening of the Panama Canal encouraged international trade.
C The 1919 Treaty of Versailles contributed to the start of World War II in Europe.
D The 1929 stock-market crash set off the Great Depression in the United States.
*answer A
Which sentence provides information needed to complete both the cause and effect portions of this diagram?
A The 1898 Spanish-American War led to world power status for the United States.
B The 1914 opening of the Panama Canal encouraged international trade.
C The 1919 Treaty of Versailles contributed to the start of World War II in Europe.
D The 1929 stock-market crash set off the Great Depression in the United States.
*answer A
From the 2013 EOC:
President Roosevelt issued this statement in response to --
A the construction of a canal in Panama
B the threat of European intervention in Latin America
C Spanish efforts to suppress a rebellion in Cuba
D public outcry regarding war between Russia and Japan
*answer B
President Roosevelt issued this statement in response to --
A the construction of a canal in Panama
B the threat of European intervention in Latin America
C Spanish efforts to suppress a rebellion in Cuba
D public outcry regarding war between Russia and Japan
*answer B
(4 C)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which of the following is the best title for this list?
A Issues Contributing to the Outbreak of World War I
B Principal Reasons for U.S. Entry into World War II
C Consequences of Twentieth-Century European Isolationism
D Economic Rivalries Between Cold War Superpowers
*answer C
From the 2016 EOC:
Which of the following is the best title for this list?
A Issues Contributing to the Outbreak of World War I
B Principal Reasons for U.S. Entry into World War II
C Consequences of Twentieth-Century European Isolationism
D Economic Rivalries Between Cold War Superpowers
*answer C
From the 2015 EOC:
Why did the United States decide to enter World War I?
A The United States had suffered economically from European sanctions.
B A European nation had taken aggressive actions against the United States.
C The U.S. president was obligated to fulfill election campaign promises.
D Communist activities among U.S. immigrants were threatening the country.
*answer B
Why did the United States decide to enter World War I?
A The United States had suffered economically from European sanctions.
B A European nation had taken aggressive actions against the United States.
C The U.S. president was obligated to fulfill election campaign promises.
D Communist activities among U.S. immigrants were threatening the country.
*answer B
From the 2014 EOC:
What was one result of the events reported in the excerpt above?
A Germany financed the Mexican army’s attempted invasion of the United States.
B The U.S. government abandoned its official policy of neutrality.
C Germany’s navy blockaded several Mexican seaports.
D The U.S. government boycotted goods imported from Europe.
*answer B
What was one result of the events reported in the excerpt above?
A Germany financed the Mexican army’s attempted invasion of the United States.
B The U.S. government abandoned its official policy of neutrality.
C Germany’s navy blockaded several Mexican seaports.
D The U.S. government boycotted goods imported from Europe.
*answer B
(4 D)
From the 2013 EOC:
General John J. Pershing made a major contribution to the Allied victory in World War I by --
A transforming inexperienced troops into an effective military force
B developing advanced technologies for battlefield use
C requesting humanitarian aid from Congress for war-torn countries
D negotiating the terms of the Treaty of Versailles
*answer A
From the 2013 EOC:
General John J. Pershing made a major contribution to the Allied victory in World War I by --
A transforming inexperienced troops into an effective military force
B developing advanced technologies for battlefield use
C requesting humanitarian aid from Congress for war-torn countries
D negotiating the terms of the Treaty of Versailles
*answer A
(4 E)
From the 2016 EOC:
During World War I, tanks were used on the western front primarily to —
A lead infantry advances across no-man’s-land and into enemy territory
B destroy railroads and bridges used by enemy troops
C release chemical weapons in advance attacks on enemy positions
D launch long-range rockets at enemy aircraft
*answer A
From the 2016 EOC:
During World War I, tanks were used on the western front primarily to —
A lead infantry advances across no-man’s-land and into enemy territory
B destroy railroads and bridges used by enemy troops
C release chemical weapons in advance attacks on enemy positions
D launch long-range rockets at enemy aircraft
*answer A
rom the 2015 EOC:
What caused the scene described in this excerpt?
A A tank attacking soldiers on a battlefield
B An aerial bombing of an infantry unit
C A poison gas attack on soldiers in the trenches
D A submarine attacking a docked ship
*answer C
What caused the scene described in this excerpt?
A A tank attacking soldiers on a battlefield
B An aerial bombing of an infantry unit
C A poison gas attack on soldiers in the trenches
D A submarine attacking a docked ship
*answer C
From the 2014 EOC:
How did the military innovation shown in this photograph affect the course of World War I?
A It helped transport large numbers of troops to the battlefield.
B It helped break the stalemate of trench warfare.
C It made communications with officers on the front lines possible.
D It made the use of land mines obsolete.
*answer B
How did the military innovation shown in this photograph affect the course of World War I?
A It helped transport large numbers of troops to the battlefield.
B It helped break the stalemate of trench warfare.
C It made communications with officers on the front lines possible.
D It made the use of land mines obsolete.
*answer B
From the 2013 EOC:
Which action completes this diagram?
A Submarines attacked unarmed ships.
B Armored tanks crossed fortified lines.
C The use of machine guns resulted in massive casualties.
D Airplanes conducted reconnaissance missions.
*answer C
Which action completes this diagram?
A Submarines attacked unarmed ships.
B Armored tanks crossed fortified lines.
C The use of machine guns resulted in massive casualties.
D Airplanes conducted reconnaissance missions.
*answer C
(4 F)
From the 2016 EOC:
One reason this provision was included in the Treaty of Versailles was to —
A create a democratic government in Germany
B divide Germany into smaller states to be governed by Allied countries
C grant independence to all German colonies
D weaken the power of Germany in the international community
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
One reason this provision was included in the Treaty of Versailles was to —
A create a democratic government in Germany
B divide Germany into smaller states to be governed by Allied countries
C grant independence to all German colonies
D weaken the power of Germany in the international community
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
The Fourteen Points reflected President Woodrow Wilson’s belief that --
A intervention in the affairs of other nations was never justifiable
B travel among nations should be regulated by an international organization
C no country should be allowed to spend more on defense than any other country
D cooperation among international leaders was essential to maintaining world peace
*answer D
The Fourteen Points reflected President Woodrow Wilson’s belief that --
A intervention in the affairs of other nations was never justifiable
B travel among nations should be regulated by an international organization
C no country should be allowed to spend more on defense than any other country
D cooperation among international leaders was essential to maintaining world peace
*answer D
From the 2013 EOC:
Upon entering World War I, the United States enlarged its military by --
A creating the Veterans Administration
B passing the Selective Service Act
C enacting the GI Bill
D establishing the Marine Corps
*answer B
Upon entering World War I, the United States enlarged its military by --
A creating the Veterans Administration
B passing the Selective Service Act
C enacting the GI Bill
D establishing the Marine Corps
*answer B
(5A)
From the 2016 EOC:
The issue addressed in this political cartoon was later settled by —
A the creation of the Temperance Society
B the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment
C the initiation of the Settlement House movement
D the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
The issue addressed in this political cartoon was later settled by —
A the creation of the Temperance Society
B the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment
C the initiation of the Settlement House movement
D the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
During the Progressive Era, one goal of state-level political reformers was to —
A prevent party leaders from amending campaign platforms
B increase the influence of business owners on regulatory legislation
C promote the principle of direct democracy
D limit the use of judicial review by circuit courts
*answer C
During the Progressive Era, one goal of state-level political reformers was to —
A prevent party leaders from amending campaign platforms
B increase the influence of business owners on regulatory legislation
C promote the principle of direct democracy
D limit the use of judicial review by circuit courts
*answer C
From the 2014 EOC:
The creation of initiative, referendum, and recall procedures during the Progressive Era resulted in --
A a system of separate schools for new immigrants
B the expansion of citizens’ direct participation in the democratic process
C a redistribution of the tax burden among citizens
D more sources of revenue for state governments
*answer B
The creation of initiative, referendum, and recall procedures during the Progressive Era resulted in --
A a system of separate schools for new immigrants
B the expansion of citizens’ direct participation in the democratic process
C a redistribution of the tax burden among citizens
D more sources of revenue for state governments
*answer B
From the 2013 EOC:
The reform discussed by Governor Johnson in this excerpt --
A required elected officials to communicate regularly with the public
B provided citizens with more resources to run for office
C made elected officials more directly accountable to their constituents
D created new eligibility requirements for candidates for public office
*answer C
The reform discussed by Governor Johnson in this excerpt --
A required elected officials to communicate regularly with the public
B provided citizens with more resources to run for office
C made elected officials more directly accountable to their constituents
D created new eligibility requirements for candidates for public office
*answer C
(5 B)
From the 2016 EOC:
These achievements illustrate Ida B. Wells’s contributions as —
A a religious leader
B an artist of the Harlem Renaissance
C a supporter of Prohibition
D an advocate of equality
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
These achievements illustrate Ida B. Wells’s contributions as —
A a religious leader
B an artist of the Harlem Renaissance
C a supporter of Prohibition
D an advocate of equality
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
Which groups were most influential in passing the Pure Food and Drug Act?
A Southern farmers and clergy members
B Factory owners and bankers
C Muckrakers and women’s organizations
D College students and immigrants
*answer C
Which groups were most influential in passing the Pure Food and Drug Act?
A Southern farmers and clergy members
B Factory owners and bankers
C Muckrakers and women’s organizations
D College students and immigrants
*answer C
From the 2015 EOC:
Public response to revelations such as the one in this excerpt led to the establishment of regulations that were eventually enforced by the --
A Food and Drug Administration
B Centers for Disease Control
C Department of Commerce
D Institution of Education Sciences
*answer A
Public response to revelations such as the one in this excerpt led to the establishment of regulations that were eventually enforced by the --
A Food and Drug Administration
B Centers for Disease Control
C Department of Commerce
D Institution of Education Sciences
*answer A
From the 2013 EOC:
A student learning about U.S. history is instructed to write a paper about W. E. B. Du Bois and race relations in the United States. Which of the following facts would be most relevant to the student’s assignment?
A The Selma-to-Montgomery protest marches helped secure voting rights for minority citizens.
B The NAACP was organized to help secure full legal equality for minority citizens.
C The Civil Rights Act of 1968 outlawed many forms of discrimination in the housing market.
D The March on Washington helped rally nationwide support for the Civil Rights movement.
*answer B
A student learning about U.S. history is instructed to write a paper about W. E. B. Du Bois and race relations in the United States. Which of the following facts would be most relevant to the student’s assignment?
A The Selma-to-Montgomery protest marches helped secure voting rights for minority citizens.
B The NAACP was organized to help secure full legal equality for minority citizens.
C The Civil Rights Act of 1968 outlawed many forms of discrimination in the housing market.
D The March on Washington helped rally nationwide support for the Civil Rights movement.
*answer B
(6 A)
From the 2016 EOC:
What was the primary reason for the raids described in this excerpt?
A To prevent workers from joining labor organizations
B To block civil rights advocates from staging public protests
C To suppress the teaching of evolution in colleges
D To halt the spread of communist ideas by radicals
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
What was the primary reason for the raids described in this excerpt?
A To prevent workers from joining labor organizations
B To block civil rights advocates from staging public protests
C To suppress the teaching of evolution in colleges
D To halt the spread of communist ideas by radicals
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
Many Progressives opposed social Darwinism because it promoted the idea that --
A people in lower classes were not capable of economic success
B immigration weakened national unity
C the government should take responsibility for the well-being of people
D poverty could be eradicated through increased economic regulation
*answer A
Many Progressives opposed social Darwinism because it promoted the idea that --
A people in lower classes were not capable of economic success
B immigration weakened national unity
C the government should take responsibility for the well-being of people
D poverty could be eradicated through increased economic regulation
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
Cartoons such as this one took the position that deportation was necessary because --
A assimilation programs in the United States had been unsuccessful
B economic decline had increased the competition for jobs
C communists were infiltrating the United States
D political machines had too much power in urban areas
*answer C
Cartoons such as this one took the position that deportation was necessary because --
A assimilation programs in the United States had been unsuccessful
B economic decline had increased the competition for jobs
C communists were infiltrating the United States
D political machines had too much power in urban areas
*answer C
From the 2013 EOC:
Which of these resulted from the prohibition of alcohol during the 1920s?
A A decline in immigration rates
B A growing fear of communism
C The expansion of the consumer economy
D The rise of organized crime
*answer D
Which of these resulted from the prohibition of alcohol during the 1920s?
A A decline in immigration rates
B A growing fear of communism
C The expansion of the consumer economy
D The rise of organized crime
*answer D
(6 B)
From the 2014 EOC:
This excerpt illustrates Harding’s campaign promise to be a president who would --
A help the country recover from the turmoil of the previous decade
B refuse to allow the continuation of laissez-faire economic policies
C use diplomacy to establish alliances with other countries
D improve economic growth by promoting unrestricted immigration
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
This excerpt illustrates Harding’s campaign promise to be a president who would --
A help the country recover from the turmoil of the previous decade
B refuse to allow the continuation of laissez-faire economic policies
C use diplomacy to establish alliances with other countries
D improve economic growth by promoting unrestricted immigration
*answer A
From the 2013 EOC:
During the 1920s, Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan were most closely identified with the --
A increased use of credit by U.S. consumers
B development of new forms of popular entertainment
C decline of public support for Progressive reforms
D conflict between modernism and traditionalism
*answer D
During the 1920s, Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan were most closely identified with the --
A increased use of credit by U.S. consumers
B development of new forms of popular entertainment
C decline of public support for Progressive reforms
D conflict between modernism and traditionalism
*answer D
(7 A)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which action prompted the United States to officially enter World War II?
A The German use of blitzkrieg tactics in Europe
B Japanese military actions in Indochina
C German submarine attacks on U.S. merchant ships
D The Japanese bombing of a U.S. military base
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
Which action prompted the United States to officially enter World War II?
A The German use of blitzkrieg tactics in Europe
B Japanese military actions in Indochina
C German submarine attacks on U.S. merchant ships
D The Japanese bombing of a U.S. military base
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
What was one reason Japan attacked the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor?
A The U.S. strategy of island hopping had disturbed Pacific trade routes.
B The Japanese naval fleet had been defeated at the Battle of Midway.
C Japanese Americans had been relocated to internment camps.
D U.S. trade sanctions had caused shortages of oil, gas, and rubber.
*answer D
What was one reason Japan attacked the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor?
A The U.S. strategy of island hopping had disturbed Pacific trade routes.
B The Japanese naval fleet had been defeated at the Battle of Midway.
C Japanese Americans had been relocated to internment camps.
D U.S. trade sanctions had caused shortages of oil, gas, and rubber.
*answer D
From the 2014 EOC:
President Roosevelt later used similar reasoning as one justification for --
A the implementation of the Marshall Plan
B dropping atomic bombs on Japan
C U.S. involvement in World War II
D U.S. participation in the League of Nations
*answer C
President Roosevelt later used similar reasoning as one justification for --
A the implementation of the Marshall Plan
B dropping atomic bombs on Japan
C U.S. involvement in World War II
D U.S. participation in the League of Nations
*answer C
(7 B)
From the 2014 EOC:
How did President Harry S. Truman’s decision to drop the atomic bomb affect international relations?
A It initiated the arms race with the Soviet Union.
B It prompted other nations to begin investigations of war crimes.
C It enabled the United Nations to administer territory in Japan.
D It led to the establishment of the first global peacekeeping force.
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
How did President Harry S. Truman’s decision to drop the atomic bomb affect international relations?
A It initiated the arms race with the Soviet Union.
B It prompted other nations to begin investigations of war crimes.
C It enabled the United Nations to administer territory in Japan.
D It led to the establishment of the first global peacekeeping force.
*answer A
(7 D)
From the 2016 EOC:
In this excerpt, General Eisenhower is describing his reaction to —
A the Bataan Death March
B Nazi concentration camps
C Japanese American internment camps
D the bombing of Hiroshima
*answer B
From the 2016 EOC:
In this excerpt, General Eisenhower is describing his reaction to —
A the Bataan Death March
B Nazi concentration camps
C Japanese American internment camps
D the bombing of Hiroshima
*answer B
From the 2015 EOC:
The rights of citizens under the Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments of the Constitution were violated by the U.S. government when it authorized the establishment of --
A internment camps for Japanese Americans
B the Office of War Mobilization
C nuclear test sites in Nevada
D the Office of Price Administration
*answer B
The rights of citizens under the Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments of the Constitution were violated by the U.S. government when it authorized the establishment of --
A internment camps for Japanese Americans
B the Office of War Mobilization
C nuclear test sites in Nevada
D the Office of Price Administration
*answer B
From the 2014 EOC:
This diagram indicates that during World War II the federal government --
A provided technological training for soldiers on the battlefield
B developed a new weapon designed to gain a strategic advantage over enemies
C instituted a disaster-preparedness program for the civilian population
D nationalized industries considered essential to national security
*answer B
This diagram indicates that during World War II the federal government --
A provided technological training for soldiers on the battlefield
B developed a new weapon designed to gain a strategic advantage over enemies
C instituted a disaster-preparedness program for the civilian population
D nationalized industries considered essential to national security
*answer B
From the 2013 EOC:
What was the main effect of the event reported in this headline?
A The Soviet Union invaded Japan to gain access to natural resources.
B The United States initiated the Marshall Plan to help with the rebuilding of Japan.
C Germany surrendered to the Allies and promised to help in the fight against Japan.
D World War II ended with Japan surrendering to the Allies.
*answer D
What was the main effect of the event reported in this headline?
A The Soviet Union invaded Japan to gain access to natural resources.
B The United States initiated the Marshall Plan to help with the rebuilding of Japan.
C Germany surrendered to the Allies and promised to help in the fight against Japan.
D World War II ended with Japan surrendering to the Allies.
*answer D
(7 E)
From the 2016 EOC:
Why did the United States seize Pacific islands during World War II?
A To gain access to vital natural resources
B To fulfill commitments to military alliances
C To protect shipping routes for neutral countries
D To establish military bases for use in further attacks
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
Why did the United States seize Pacific islands during World War II?
A To gain access to vital natural resources
B To fulfill commitments to military alliances
C To protect shipping routes for neutral countries
D To establish military bases for use in further attacks
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
This 1944 order was addressed to U.S. troops sent to --
A capture the Italian mainland
B transport weapons to Great Britain
C invade the beaches at Normandy
D repel an attack on Stalingrad
*answer C
This 1944 order was addressed to U.S. troops sent to --
A capture the Italian mainland
B transport weapons to Great Britain
C invade the beaches at Normandy
D repel an attack on Stalingrad
*answer C
(7 G)
From the 2016 EOC:
his World War II poster publicizes a national campaign aimed at —
A creating agricultural projects to relieve an economic depression
B encouraging a healthy diet for future soldiers
C lowering the cost of living by creating a surplus of food
D supporting the war effort by reducing demand for commercially grown food
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
his World War II poster publicizes a national campaign aimed at —
A creating agricultural projects to relieve an economic depression
B encouraging a healthy diet for future soldiers
C lowering the cost of living by creating a surplus of food
D supporting the war effort by reducing demand for commercially grown food
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
Navajo soldiers made an important contribution to the Allied war effort during World War II by —
A designing radar technology for submarines
B flying bombing missions into enemy territory
C encoding military communications for secure transmission
D providing intelligence on enemy positions
*answer C
Navajo soldiers made an important contribution to the Allied war effort during World War II by —
A designing radar technology for submarines
B flying bombing missions into enemy territory
C encoding military communications for secure transmission
D providing intelligence on enemy positions
*answer C
From the 2014 EOC:
What was a primary purpose of the program being promoted by this poster?
A To encourage women to join the workforce
B To reduce health problems among working women
C To promote the purchase of organically grown produce
D To increase the food supply during a farm-labor shortage
*answer D
What was a primary purpose of the program being promoted by this poster?
A To encourage women to join the workforce
B To reduce health problems among working women
C To promote the purchase of organically grown produce
D To increase the food supply during a farm-labor shortage
*answer D
From the 2014 EOC:
How were the Navajo words in this table used during World War II?
A As propaganda to improve morale among Allied soldiers
B As a secret code for communicating battle plans between Allied units
C As signal words for Allied spies posing as civilians
D As a language of diplomacy for exchanges with enemy forces
*answer B
How were the Navajo words in this table used during World War II?
A As propaganda to improve morale among Allied soldiers
B As a secret code for communicating battle plans between Allied units
C As signal words for Allied spies posing as civilians
D As a language of diplomacy for exchanges with enemy forces
*answer B
(8 A)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which sentence best completes this diagram?
A The president authorizes a military strike against forces threatening the borders of Western Europe.
B Congress appropriates funding for nuclear arms facilities in Western Europe.
C The president signs a treaty requiring reparations to be paid to Western European countries.
D Congress passes a bill to provide financial assistance to Western European countries.
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
Which sentence best completes this diagram?
A The president authorizes a military strike against forces threatening the borders of Western Europe.
B Congress appropriates funding for nuclear arms facilities in Western Europe.
C The president signs a treaty requiring reparations to be paid to Western European countries.
D Congress passes a bill to provide financial assistance to Western European countries.
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
As a result of the Berlin Airlift, the United States was able to --
A bypass a Soviet blockade without provoking a military conflict
B transport Polish refugees to safety
C prevent the Nazi Party from reorganizing
D intimidate Soviet leaders by demonstrating superior military power
*answer A
As a result of the Berlin Airlift, the United States was able to --
A bypass a Soviet blockade without provoking a military conflict
B transport Polish refugees to safety
C prevent the Nazi Party from reorganizing
D intimidate Soviet leaders by demonstrating superior military power
*answer A
From the 2015 EOC:
President John F. Kennedy responded to reports that the Soviet Union was constructing missile sites in Cuba by --
A ordering a naval blockade of Cuba
B asking Congress to declare war on Cuba
C authorizing military strikes on strategic targets in Cuba
D seeking United Nations approval for economic sanctions against Cuba
*answer A
President John F. Kennedy responded to reports that the Soviet Union was constructing missile sites in Cuba by --
A ordering a naval blockade of Cuba
B asking Congress to declare war on Cuba
C authorizing military strikes on strategic targets in Cuba
D seeking United Nations approval for economic sanctions against Cuba
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
Which U.S. action is Khrushchev challenging in this excerpt?
A Preventing Soviet advisors from meeting with revolutionaries in South America
B Establishing a naval blockade to stop the shipment of missiles to Cuba
C Enforcing a ban on military aid to communist forces in North Vietnam
D Conducting air shipments of vital supplies to East Berlin
*answer B
Which U.S. action is Khrushchev challenging in this excerpt?
A Preventing Soviet advisors from meeting with revolutionaries in South America
B Establishing a naval blockade to stop the shipment of missiles to Cuba
C Enforcing a ban on military aid to communist forces in North Vietnam
D Conducting air shipments of vital supplies to East Berlin
*answer B
From the 2013 EOC:
This is a cross-sectional diagram of a major operation ordered by President Harry S. Truman in 1948. The flight pattern illustrated in the diagram was designed to allow an airplane to land every three minutes. Why was this operation undertaken?
A To enable a rapid withdrawal of troops from a war-torn city
B To deploy substantial invasion forces
C To provide supplies to a blockaded city
D To rescue thousands of stranded political refugees
*answer C
This is a cross-sectional diagram of a major operation ordered by President Harry S. Truman in 1948. The flight pattern illustrated in the diagram was designed to allow an airplane to land every three minutes. Why was this operation undertaken?
A To enable a rapid withdrawal of troops from a war-torn city
B To deploy substantial invasion forces
C To provide supplies to a blockaded city
D To rescue thousands of stranded political refugees
*answer C
(8 B)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which of the following is most characteristic of the Cold War?
A The growth of nuclear arsenals in the United States and the Soviet Union
B The expansion of national borders by imperialistic European countries
C The implementation of isolationist foreign policies in Great Britain and China
D The rapid industrialization of many Southeast Asian countries
*answer A
From the 2016 EOC:
Which of the following is most characteristic of the Cold War?
A The growth of nuclear arsenals in the United States and the Soviet Union
B The expansion of national borders by imperialistic European countries
C The implementation of isolationist foreign policies in Great Britain and China
D The rapid industrialization of many Southeast Asian countries
*answer A
From the 2015 EOC:
Which of the following resulted from McCarthyism during the 1950s?
A Membership in the U.S. Communist Party increased.
B U.S. citizens were arrested for being suspected communists.
C Recruitment procedures for the U.S. military branches were reformed.
D U.S. diplomats began to express dissenting political viewpoints more freely.
*answer B
Which of the following resulted from McCarthyism during the 1950s?
A Membership in the U.S. Communist Party increased.
B U.S. citizens were arrested for being suspected communists.
C Recruitment procedures for the U.S. military branches were reformed.
D U.S. diplomats began to express dissenting political viewpoints more freely.
*answer B
From the 2014 EOC:
Which group later investigated the political ideology and actions of many people associated with this film?
A The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
B The Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services
C The House Un-American Activities Committee
D The Motion Picture Association of America
*answer C
Which group later investigated the political ideology and actions of many people associated with this film?
A The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
B The Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services
C The House Un-American Activities Committee
D The Motion Picture Association of America
*answer C
From the 2013 EOC:
Senator Joseph McCarthy is best known for his involvement in --
A the war effort of the 1940s
B the Red Scare of the 1950s
C the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s
D the political scandals of the 1970s
*answer: B
Senator Joseph McCarthy is best known for his involvement in --
A the war effort of the 1940s
B the Red Scare of the 1950s
C the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s
D the political scandals of the 1970s
*answer: B
(8 C)
From the 2016 EOC:
During the Korean War, what prevented the southern part of the peninsula from falling permanently to the invading forces?
A The threat of a Soviet naval blockade
B The assistance of the Chinese military
C The use of atomic weapons on northern cities
D The involvement of UN forces under the command of the United States
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
During the Korean War, what prevented the southern part of the peninsula from falling permanently to the invading forces?
A The threat of a Soviet naval blockade
B The assistance of the Chinese military
C The use of atomic weapons on northern cities
D The involvement of UN forces under the command of the United States
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
Which quotation from President Harry S. Truman offers a reason for U.S. involvement in the conflict between North Korea and South Korea?
A “The United Nations cannot . . . fulfill adequately its own responsibilities until the peace settlements have been made. . . .”
B “Above all else, we want to keep the United States prosperous and strong because we know that our prosperity is the best guarantee of peace.”
C “Communism has passed beyond the use of subversion . . . and will now use armed invasion and war.”
D “As a result of these tragic conditions, a militant minority, exploiting human want and misery . . . has made economic recovery impossible.”
*answer C
Which quotation from President Harry S. Truman offers a reason for U.S. involvement in the conflict between North Korea and South Korea?
A “The United Nations cannot . . . fulfill adequately its own responsibilities until the peace settlements have been made. . . .”
B “Above all else, we want to keep the United States prosperous and strong because we know that our prosperity is the best guarantee of peace.”
C “Communism has passed beyond the use of subversion . . . and will now use armed invasion and war.”
D “As a result of these tragic conditions, a militant minority, exploiting human want and misery . . . has made economic recovery impossible.”
*answer C
From the 2014 EOC:
What was the primary reason for U.S. involvement in East Asia during the early 1950s?
A North Korean attempts to unify the peninsula challenged the U.S. policy of containment.
B Communities in Korea needed humanitarian aid due to a famine.
C International groups needed help investigating North Korean officials charged with corruption.
D Democratic reformers sought help from the U.S. military to overthrow dictatorial regimes in Korea.
*answer A
What was the primary reason for U.S. involvement in East Asia during the early 1950s?
A North Korean attempts to unify the peninsula challenged the U.S. policy of containment.
B Communities in Korea needed humanitarian aid due to a famine.
C International groups needed help investigating North Korean officials charged with corruption.
D Democratic reformers sought help from the U.S. military to overthrow dictatorial regimes in Korea.
*answer A
(8 D)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which policy guided U.S. opposition to this declaration?
A Containment
B Peaceful coexistence
C Constructive engagement
D Deterrence
*answer A
From the 2016 EOC:
Which policy guided U.S. opposition to this declaration?
A Containment
B Peaceful coexistence
C Constructive engagement
D Deterrence
*answer A
From the 2015 EOC:
The domino theory, which provided the basis for U.S. entry into the Vietnam War, was the belief that intervention was necessary to prevent --
A the expansion of communism across Southeast Asia
B the inclusion of Taiwan in the Warsaw Pact
C the loss of UN military bases in Asia
D the rise of China as a dominant economic power
*answer A
The domino theory, which provided the basis for U.S. entry into the Vietnam War, was the belief that intervention was necessary to prevent --
A the expansion of communism across Southeast Asia
B the inclusion of Taiwan in the Warsaw Pact
C the loss of UN military bases in Asia
D the rise of China as a dominant economic power
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
Which of these best explains why worldwide reactions to U.S. involvement in Vietnam grew increasingly hostile during the late 1960s and early 1970s?
A The United States was viewed as appeasing a brutal dictator.
B The United States demanded the unconditional surrender of Ho Chi Minh.
C The United States was viewed as an aggressor invading an underdeveloped nation.
D The United States ignored a United Nations Security Council resolution to cease hostilities.
*answer C
Which of these best explains why worldwide reactions to U.S. involvement in Vietnam grew increasingly hostile during the late 1960s and early 1970s?
A The United States was viewed as appeasing a brutal dictator.
B The United States demanded the unconditional surrender of Ho Chi Minh.
C The United States was viewed as an aggressor invading an underdeveloped nation.
D The United States ignored a United Nations Security Council resolution to cease hostilities.
*answer C
From the 2013 EOC:
The primary reason given by U.S. leaders to justify military involvement in Vietnam was that it would --
A promote reconstruction after World War II
B maintain the policy of détente
C fulfill prior United Nations obligations
D keep communism from spreading throughout the region
*answer D
The primary reason given by U.S. leaders to justify military involvement in Vietnam was that it would --
A promote reconstruction after World War II
B maintain the policy of détente
C fulfill prior United Nations obligations
D keep communism from spreading throughout the region
*answer D
(8 E)
From the 2016 EOC:
During the time between the passage of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution and the start of the Tet offensive, what happened in the Vietnam War?
A All U.S. civilians were evacuated from Vietnam.
B Peace talks between South Vietnam and North Vietnam were conducted in Paris.
C The U.S. government deployed more troops to Vietnam.
D South Vietnam surrendered to North Vietnam
*answer C
From the 2016 EOC:
During the time between the passage of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution and the start of the Tet offensive, what happened in the Vietnam War?
A All U.S. civilians were evacuated from Vietnam.
B Peace talks between South Vietnam and North Vietnam were conducted in Paris.
C The U.S. government deployed more troops to Vietnam.
D South Vietnam surrendered to North Vietnam
*answer C
(8F)
From the 2016 EOC:
The event described in this headline resulted in —
A decreased federal funding of student loans
B increased support for the antiwar movement
C the reinstatement of the draft
D an end to federal investigations of student organizations
*answer B
From the 2016 EOC:
The event described in this headline resulted in —
A decreased federal funding of student loans
B increased support for the antiwar movement
C the reinstatement of the draft
D an end to federal investigations of student organizations
*answer B
From the 2015 EOC:
During the mid-1960s, U.S. participation in the Vietnam War resulted in --
A public support for an expanded military draft
B mandatory rationing of consumer goods
C mass demonstrations by groups protesting the war
D national attention for a third-party presidential candidate
*answer C
During the mid-1960s, U.S. participation in the Vietnam War resulted in --
A public support for an expanded military draft
B mandatory rationing of consumer goods
C mass demonstrations by groups protesting the war
D national attention for a third-party presidential candidate
*answer C
From the 2014 EOC:
How did press coverage of events during the Vietnam War affect the United States?
A Film footage from the front lines increased congressional support for the war.
B Reporting on military setbacks contributed to public disillusionment with the war.
C Increased U.S. media presence overseas resulted in overwhelming international support for U.S. intervention.
D Live presidential press conferences led to a decline in partisan politics in Congress.
*answer B
How did press coverage of events during the Vietnam War affect the United States?
A Film footage from the front lines increased congressional support for the war.
B Reporting on military setbacks contributed to public disillusionment with the war.
C Increased U.S. media presence overseas resulted in overwhelming international support for U.S. intervention.
D Live presidential press conferences led to a decline in partisan politics in Congress.
*answer B
From the 2013 EOC:
The demonstration described in this article was most likely prompted by --
A renewed diplomatic relations with communist China
B escalated deployment of military forces to Vietnam
C the signing of the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty
D the formation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
*answer B
The demonstration described in this article was most likely prompted by --
A renewed diplomatic relations with communist China
B escalated deployment of military forces to Vietnam
C the signing of the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty
D the formation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
*answer B
(9 A)
From the 2016 EOC:
How did the event described by Rosa Parks in this excerpt affect the Civil Rights movement?
A It changed the way police arrested public protesters.
B It resulted in a bus boycott that lasted more than a year.
C It led to an increase in the number of registered voters in southern states.
D It prompted the government to station the National Guard in southern states.
*answer B
From the 2016 EOC:
How did the event described by Rosa Parks in this excerpt affect the Civil Rights movement?
A It changed the way police arrested public protesters.
B It resulted in a bus boycott that lasted more than a year.
C It led to an increase in the number of registered voters in southern states.
D It prompted the government to station the National Guard in southern states.
*answer B
From the 2015 EOC:
How did W. E. B. Du Bois combat prejudice like that described in the excerpt?
A He demanded the passage of women’s suffrage.
B He established an early civil rights group.
C He advocated making political compromises with segregationists.
D He sought court orders to protect the rights of voters.
*answer B
How did W. E. B. Du Bois combat prejudice like that described in the excerpt?
A He demanded the passage of women’s suffrage.
B He established an early civil rights group.
C He advocated making political compromises with segregationists.
D He sought court orders to protect the rights of voters.
*answer B
From the 2014 EOC:
What was the main result of the events referred to in these headlines?
A The growth of insurance and welfare programs for elderly citizens
B The growth of radical political parties on the East Coast
C The expansion of political and economic opportunities for minority citizens
D The expansion of economic cooperation between northern and southern states
*answer C
What was the main result of the events referred to in these headlines?
A The growth of insurance and welfare programs for elderly citizens
B The growth of radical political parties on the East Coast
C The expansion of political and economic opportunities for minority citizens
D The expansion of economic cooperation between northern and southern states
*answer C
From the 2013 EOC:
In the late 1800s, the Supreme Court’s decision in Plessy v. Ferguson --
A established a legal remedy for victims of discrimination
B created a legal justification for segregation laws
C affirmed the legality of federal regulation of state elections
D recognized public protests as a legal form of civil disobedience
*answer B
In the late 1800s, the Supreme Court’s decision in Plessy v. Ferguson --
A established a legal remedy for victims of discrimination
B created a legal justification for segregation laws
C affirmed the legality of federal regulation of state elections
D recognized public protests as a legal form of civil disobedience
*answer B
(9 C)
From the 2013 EOC:
The name of which civil rights leader best completes the title of the graphic?
A Booker T. Washington
B Martin Luther King, Jr.
C Stokely Carmichael
D Malcolm X
*answer B
From the 2013 EOC:
The name of which civil rights leader best completes the title of the graphic?
A Booker T. Washington
B Martin Luther King, Jr.
C Stokely Carmichael
D Malcolm X
*answer B
(9 D)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which organization’s name correctly completes this table?
A Nation of Islam
B Black Panther Party
C Congress of Racial Equality
D NAACP
*answer B
From the 2016 EOC:
Which organization’s name correctly completes this table?
A Nation of Islam
B Black Panther Party
C Congress of Racial Equality
D NAACP
*answer B
From the 2015 EOC:
During the Civil Rights movement, the Black Panther Party’s tactics differed from those of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., because the Black Panthers called for --
A the use of the court system to gain equality
B respecting government authority
C the use of armed resistance if necessary
D enduring injustice through religious faith
*answer C
During the Civil Rights movement, the Black Panther Party’s tactics differed from those of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., because the Black Panthers called for --
A the use of the court system to gain equality
B respecting government authority
C the use of armed resistance if necessary
D enduring injustice through religious faith
*answer C
(9 F)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which government action was intended to ensure that African Americans could exercise their Fifteenth Amendment rights?
A The Supreme Court decision in Sweatt v. Painter
B The executive order to desegregate the U.S. Army
C The passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
D The Supreme Court decision in Plessy v. Ferguson
*answer D
From the 2016 EOC:
Which government action was intended to ensure that African Americans could exercise their Fifteenth Amendment rights?
A The Supreme Court decision in Sweatt v. Painter
B The executive order to desegregate the U.S. Army
C The passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
D The Supreme Court decision in Plessy v. Ferguson
*answer D
From the 2015 EOC:
The federal government responded to which issue by passing the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
A Unfair lending practices by banks
B Unequal representation in local legislatures
C Inadequate medical services in urban areas
D Discrimination by employers
*answer D
The federal government responded to which issue by passing the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
A Unfair lending practices by banks
B Unequal representation in local legislatures
C Inadequate medical services in urban areas
D Discrimination by employers
*answer D
From the 2013 EOC:
Which government poster is directly related to the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
*answer C
Which government poster is directly related to the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
*answer C
From the 2013 EOC:
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 eliminated --
A barriers to voting for women
B literacy tests as prerequisites for voting
C proof of residency as a condition for voting
D age discrimination in state voting laws
*answer B
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 eliminated --
A barriers to voting for women
B literacy tests as prerequisites for voting
C proof of residency as a condition for voting
D age discrimination in state voting laws
*answer B
(9 G)
From the 2014 EOC:
What role did Arkansas governor Orval Faubus play in the Little Rock Crisis?
A He vetoed legislation to establish a separate school system for whites and blacks.
B He challenged the authority of the federal government to desegregate schools.
C He helped minimize race-related violence by establishing integrated advisory groups.
D He refused assistance from the federal government to improve minority graduation rates.
*answer B
From the 2014 EOC:
What role did Arkansas governor Orval Faubus play in the Little Rock Crisis?
A He vetoed legislation to establish a separate school system for whites and blacks.
B He challenged the authority of the federal government to desegregate schools.
C He helped minimize race-related violence by establishing integrated advisory groups.
D He refused assistance from the federal government to improve minority graduation rates.
*answer B
(9 H)
From the 2016 EOC:
Which of the following provides evidence to support President Obama’s assertion that “America became more free and more fair”?
A The passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
B The ratification of the Eighteenth Amendment
C The passage of the USA PATRIOT Act
D The establishment of the Socialist Party
*answer A
From the 2016 EOC:
Which of the following provides evidence to support President Obama’s assertion that “America became more free and more fair”?
A The passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
B The ratification of the Eighteenth Amendment
C The passage of the USA PATRIOT Act
D The establishment of the Socialist Party
*answer A
From the 2015 EOC:
The passage of legislation to end these practices resulted in --
A an increase in political participation by minorities
B the adoption of electronic ballots in federal elections
C a reduced number of congressional districts
D the implementation of limits on lobbying
*answer A
The passage of legislation to end these practices resulted in --
A an increase in political participation by minorities
B the adoption of electronic ballots in federal elections
C a reduced number of congressional districts
D the implementation of limits on lobbying
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
What is a major result of the campaign described by Martin Luther King, Jr.?
A The national identity of the United States has become more inclusive.
B The ideal of religious freedom is accepted throughout the United States.
C There is a larger gap in the standard of living between rich and poor citizens.
D There are fewer citizens who support the practice of civil disobedience.
*answer A
What is a major result of the campaign described by Martin Luther King, Jr.?
A The national identity of the United States has become more inclusive.
B The ideal of religious freedom is accepted throughout the United States.
C There is a larger gap in the standard of living between rich and poor citizens.
D There are fewer citizens who support the practice of civil disobedience.
*answer A
(10 A)
From the 2016 EOC:
How was the goal set forth in this excerpt advanced during President Nixon’s administration?
A By the normalization of relations with China
B By supporting the Arab coalition during the Yom Kippur War
C By escalating the bombing of North Vietnam
D By attacking enemy bases in Cambodia
*answer A
From the 2016 EOC:
How was the goal set forth in this excerpt advanced during President Nixon’s administration?
A By the normalization of relations with China
B By supporting the Arab coalition during the Yom Kippur War
C By escalating the bombing of North Vietnam
D By attacking enemy bases in Cambodia
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
One action that influenced the U.S.-Soviet signing of the SALT I treaty in 1972 was President Richard Nixon’s --
A opening of diplomatic relations with China
B involvement in the Watergate scandal
C support of Israel during the Yom Kippur War
D withdrawal of military forces from Vietnam
*answer A
One action that influenced the U.S.-Soviet signing of the SALT I treaty in 1972 was President Richard Nixon’s --
A opening of diplomatic relations with China
B involvement in the Watergate scandal
C support of Israel during the Yom Kippur War
D withdrawal of military forces from Vietnam
*answer A
(10 B)
From the 2014 EOC:
Which speaker would most likely agree with President Ronald Reagan’s national security policies?
A Speaker 1
B Speaker 2
C Speaker 3
D Speaker 4
*answer D
From the 2014 EOC:
Which speaker would most likely agree with President Ronald Reagan’s national security policies?
A Speaker 1
B Speaker 2
C Speaker 3
D Speaker 4
*answer D
From the 2013 EOC:
The policy objectives of Reaganomics were based on the theory that --
A borrowing from foreign countries would help cover the costs of domestic programs
B significant increases in government spending would help reduce unemployment
C broad tax cuts and financial deregulation would promote economic expansion
D reducing trade barriers would result in a budget surplus
*answer C
The policy objectives of Reaganomics were based on the theory that --
A borrowing from foreign countries would help cover the costs of domestic programs
B significant increases in government spending would help reduce unemployment
C broad tax cuts and financial deregulation would promote economic expansion
D reducing trade barriers would result in a budget surplus
*answer C
(10 C)
From the 2015 EOC:
Why did gasoline prices spike during the 1970s and early 1980s?
A A natural disaster impeded offshore drilling for oil.
B Congress imposed new regulations on foreign energy companies.
C Conflicts in the Middle East disrupted the distribution of oil.
D Congress introduced new legislation to increase the fuel efficiency of vehicles.
*answer C
From the 2015 EOC:
Why did gasoline prices spike during the 1970s and early 1980s?
A A natural disaster impeded offshore drilling for oil.
B Congress imposed new regulations on foreign energy companies.
C Conflicts in the Middle East disrupted the distribution of oil.
D Congress introduced new legislation to increase the fuel efficiency of vehicles.
*answer C
(10 D)
From the 2016 EOC:
How did President Ronald Reagan’s administration support Contra rebels in Nicaragua after Congress cut funding for military aid?
A By secretly selling weapons to Iran in order to raise funds
B By confiscating funds seized in drug raids
C By implementing a sin tax on luxury items
D By collecting tariffs on oil imports from Saudi Arabia
*answer A
From the 2016 EOC:
How did President Ronald Reagan’s administration support Contra rebels in Nicaragua after Congress cut funding for military aid?
A By secretly selling weapons to Iran in order to raise funds
B By confiscating funds seized in drug raids
C By implementing a sin tax on luxury items
D By collecting tariffs on oil imports from Saudi Arabia
*answer A
From the 2015 EOC:
In this excerpt, President Reagan is referring to what would become known as --
A the Iran-Contra affair
B the Watergate scandal
C the Plame affair
D the Whitewater controversy
*answer A
In this excerpt, President Reagan is referring to what would become known as --
A the Iran-Contra affair
B the Watergate scandal
C the Plame affair
D the Whitewater controversy
*answer A
From the 2014 EOC:
How did President Jimmy Carter attempt to end hostilities between the groups that fought these wars?
A He helped negotiate a peace treaty known as the Camp David Accords.
B He deployed U.S. troops to defeat the Palestine Liberation Organization.
C He ordered the boycott of the Olympic Games in Moscow.
D He threatened to sever diplomatic ties with Syria.
*answer A
How did President Jimmy Carter attempt to end hostilities between the groups that fought these wars?
A He helped negotiate a peace treaty known as the Camp David Accords.
B He deployed U.S. troops to defeat the Palestine Liberation Organization.
C He ordered the boycott of the Olympic Games in Moscow.
D He threatened to sever diplomatic ties with Syria.
*answer A
From the 2013 EOC:
In 1979 the Shah of Iran was forced into exile. The U.S. government later allowed the Shah to enter the United States for medical treatment. This perceived U.S. support for the Shah of Iran resulted in which of the following?
A Iran attacked a U.S. military base in Asia.
B Soviet forces began an occupation of Iran.
C Israel demanded U.S. support for the strategic bombing of cities in Iran.
D Revolutionaries kidnapped a group of U.S. citizens in Iran.
*answer D
In 1979 the Shah of Iran was forced into exile. The U.S. government later allowed the Shah to enter the United States for medical treatment. This perceived U.S. support for the Shah of Iran resulted in which of the following?
A Iran attacked a U.S. military base in Asia.
B Soviet forces began an occupation of Iran.
C Israel demanded U.S. support for the strategic bombing of cities in Iran.
D Revolutionaries kidnapped a group of U.S. citizens in Iran.
*answer D
(10 E)
From the 2013 EOC:
The author of this letter was --
A a leader of the Civil Rights movement
B the cofounder of the National Organization for Women
C a leader of a conservative interest group
D the cofounder of Ms. magazine
*answer C
From the 2013 EOC:
The author of this letter was --
A a leader of the Civil Rights movement
B the cofounder of the National Organization for Women
C a leader of a conservative interest group
D the cofounder of Ms. magazine
*answer C
(11A)
From the 2016 EOC:
What was the initial response of the U.S. government to the attacks of September 11, 2001?
A To impose economic sanctions on Libya for sponsoring terrorist activities
B To begin military operations in Afghanistan
C To reopen military bases in Europe that had been closed after the Cold War
D To form a coalition to eliminate training bases in Pakistan
*answer B
From the 2016 EOC:
What was the initial response of the U.S. government to the attacks of September 11, 2001?
A To impose economic sanctions on Libya for sponsoring terrorist activities
B To begin military operations in Afghanistan
C To reopen military bases in Europe that had been closed after the Cold War
D To form a coalition to eliminate training bases in Pakistan
*answer B
From the 2015 EOC:
How did President Bush attempt to complete the mission described above?
A By overthrowing a dictator in North Korea
B By fighting a global war on terrorism
C By offering assistance to refugees escaping genocide
D By supporting the Arab Spring movement
*answer B
How did President Bush attempt to complete the mission described above?
A By overthrowing a dictator in North Korea
B By fighting a global war on terrorism
C By offering assistance to refugees escaping genocide
D By supporting the Arab Spring movement
*answer B
From the 2014 EOC:
Which of the following resulted from the U.S.-led military coalition’s engagement in the Persian Gulf War?
A The Shah of Iran was overthrown.
B Saddam Hussein was forced from power.
C The nation of Kuwait was liberated.
D Iraqi Kurds were granted equal rights.
*answer C
Which of the following resulted from the U.S.-led military coalition’s engagement in the Persian Gulf War?
A The Shah of Iran was overthrown.
B Saddam Hussein was forced from power.
C The nation of Kuwait was liberated.
D Iraqi Kurds were granted equal rights.
*answer C
(11 D)
From the 2014 EOC:
This table shows the number of votes received in the state of Florida by the three leading candidates in the 2000 presidential election.
Which of the following best describes Ralph Nader’s effect on the election in Florida?
A He contested the recounting of election ballots in federal court.
B His presence as a third-party candidate discouraged voter turnout.
C He persuaded state officials to abandon the punch-card method of voting.
D His candidacy drew crucial votes away from the other candidates.
*answer D
From the 2014 EOC:
This table shows the number of votes received in the state of Florida by the three leading candidates in the 2000 presidential election.
Which of the following best describes Ralph Nader’s effect on the election in Florida?
A He contested the recounting of election ballots in federal court.
B His presence as a third-party candidate discouraged voter turnout.
C He persuaded state officials to abandon the punch-card method of voting.
D His candidacy drew crucial votes away from the other candidates.
*answer D
From the 2013 EOC:
How have major parties reacted to the scenario described above?
A By suing the third parties in court for campaign-finance violations
B By persuading the third parties to present a new platform
C By addressing the issues raised by the third parties
D By preventing third parties from holding conventions
*answer C
How have major parties reacted to the scenario described above?
A By suing the third parties in court for campaign-finance violations
B By persuading the third parties to present a new platform
C By addressing the issues raised by the third parties
D By preventing third parties from holding conventions
*answer C
(11 E)
From the 2015 EOC:
Barack Obama described his 2008 election victory in this manner because the election was the first in which --
A a minority candidate was elected president
B naturalized immigrants had access to multilingual ballots
C federal courts ordered voter recounts to stop
D religious beliefs played a significant role in the presidential campaign
*answer A
From the 2015 EOC:
Barack Obama described his 2008 election victory in this manner because the election was the first in which --
A a minority candidate was elected president
B naturalized immigrants had access to multilingual ballots
C federal courts ordered voter recounts to stop
D religious beliefs played a significant role in the presidential campaign
*answer A