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What did congressional Republicans denounce as a "government takeover" in March 2010?

A) a financial reform bill that required the breakup of big banks
B) Western state officials assuming control of national parks within their borders
C) a sweeping health care bill that required all Americans to purchase health insurance
D) an executive order that mandated an expansion of Medicare and Medicaid in twenty-three states
E) a labor bill requiring unions to appoint government officials to executive positions

On Jun 18, 2024


C
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As President, Jackson suggested that

A) democracy be limited because the ordinary person was not educated enough to participate in the political process.
B) office holding should stay in the hands of the experienced and that loyalty did not matter.
C) Congress should use its power to authorize actions that benefitted the majority of Americans.
D) his veto power would not be used excessively.

On Jun 15, 2024


C
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The Half-Way Covenant of 1662 addressed

A) separation of church and state.
B) freedom of religion.
C) Native American relations.
D) generational church membership.
E) business relations.

On Jun 14, 2024


D
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What caused the House of Representatives to impeach President Johnson?

A) He violated the Tenure of Office Act.
B) He violated the Civil Rights Amendments.
C) He violated the Reconstruction Acts.
D) He was accused of bribery.

On May 17, 2024


A
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Examine the domestic sources of American expansionism and imperialism in the late nineteenth century.

On May 16, 2024


The late nineteenth century saw a significant increase in American expansionism and imperialism, driven by a variety of domestic sources. One key factor was the desire for economic growth and access to new markets. As American industries and businesses expanded, there was a growing need for new markets to sell goods and access to raw materials. This drove the push for expansion into new territories and overseas markets.

Another domestic source of expansionism was the belief in American exceptionalism and the idea of manifest destiny. Many Americans believed that it was their destiny to expand across the continent and even beyond, spreading democracy and civilization. This ideology fueled the push for expansion and imperialism, as it was seen as a way to fulfill America's destiny and spread its influence.

Additionally, domestic political factors played a role in driving expansionism. Politicians and leaders saw expansion as a way to distract from domestic issues and unite the country under a common cause. The idea of acquiring new territories and exerting influence overseas also appealed to the sense of national pride and power.

Furthermore, the closing of the frontier in the late nineteenth century led to a sense of restlessness and a desire for new frontiers. This contributed to the push for overseas expansion and imperialism as a way to continue the American spirit of exploration and expansion.

In conclusion, the domestic sources of American expansionism and imperialism in the late nineteenth century were driven by economic interests, beliefs in American exceptionalism, political motivations, and a desire for new frontiers. These factors combined to create a powerful push for expansion and imperialism that shaped American foreign policy during this period.
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The American National Exhibition in Moscow equated ________ with freedom.

A) religion
B) communism
C) democracy
D) consumption
E) equality

On May 14, 2024


D
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Under President George H.W.Bush,Colin Powell held what important position?

A) Secretary of State
B) Secretary of Defense
C) Director of the CIA.
D) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

On May 13, 2024


D
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After the Court-packing attempt, how did the change in the jurisprudence of the U.S. Supreme Court affect American life?

A) Changing sentiments in the U.S. Supreme Court led to the erosion of the Wagner Act.
B) The newfound resolve of the U.S. Supreme Court meant a restoration of the National Recovery Act.
C) The new lineup in the U.S. Supreme Court meant that Roosevelt had to abandon plans for universal health care.
D) The new political climate in the U.S. Supreme Court meant that a federal child labor ban could stand constitutional muster.
E) A chastised Supreme Court began to focus on securing constitutional protections for a burgeoning civil rights movement.

On May 12, 2024


D
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Fewer than 50,000 blacks served in the Union army during the war.

On May 11, 2024


False