(Chapter 31) From “the Age Of Limits” To The Age Of Reagan

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    • Defense against extra-terrestrial
    • Also known as Star Wars, wouldn't shield against nuclear missiles, wouldn't make them obsolete.
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    • Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) – also known as star wars. He claims that SDI will use lasers and satellites to provide an effective shield against incoming missiles, making nuclear weapons obsolete.
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This quiz explores key political events from the 1970s to the 1980s in the United States, focusing on presidential actions, international relations, and domestic policies. It assesses understanding of the impact of these events on American society and governance.

(Chapter 31) From the Age Of Limits To The Age Of Reagan - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Why did Jimmy Carter get elected in 1976?

    • Because he was rich.

    • Because of his honesty, piety, and outside skepticism of the federal government.

    • He tried blame his own problems on the American people

    • He released the hostages.

    Correct Answer
    A. Because of his honesty, piety, and outside skepticism of the federal government.
    Explanation
    1976 Carter wins presidential election by offering honesty, piety, and an outsider’s skepticism of the federal government.

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  • 3. 

    What were Gorbachev two new ideas

    • Glasnost – openness Perestroika – reform

    • Peace and serenity

    • Science and math

    Correct Answer
    A. Glasnost – openness Perestroika – reform
    Explanation
    Gorbachev introduced two new ideas during his leadership: glasnost, which means openness and transparency, and perestroika, which means reform. These concepts aimed to bring about political and economic changes in the Soviet Union. Glasnost allowed for more freedom of speech, press, and political expression, while perestroika focused on restructuring and modernizing the Soviet economy. These ideas were significant in bringing about a more open and reformed society in the Soviet Union.

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  • 4. 

    What was the Tax Revolt?

    • Tax officials revolt

    • A group of people revolt on paying their taxes

    • First successful tax revolt is Proposition 13, a referendum question on the state ballot rolling back property tax rate – the members of the right succeed in separating the issue of taxes from the issue of what the taxes supported.

    • People stop paying taxes as protest

    Correct Answer
    A. First successful tax revolt is Proposition 13, a referendum question on the state ballot rolling back property tax rate – the members of the right succeed in separating the issue of taxes from the issue of what the taxes supported.
    Explanation
    The Tax Revolt refers to the first successful tax revolt, which occurred with the passage of Proposition 13. This was a referendum question on the state ballot that aimed to reduce property tax rates. The members of the right-wing movement were able to separate the issue of taxes from the issue of what the taxes supported, leading to a significant reduction in property taxes. This revolt marked a turning point in public sentiment towards taxes and had a lasting impact on tax policies in the United States.

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  • 5. 

    What was Supply-Side” Economics?

    • Reduce taxes of the wealthy and big corporations to encourage new investments.

    • Supply and Demand

    • Economic Theory

    • Reduce taxes of the wealthy a

    Correct Answer
    A. Reduce taxes of the wealthy and big corporations to encourage new investments.
    Explanation
    Supply-side economics is an economic theory that suggests reducing taxes for the wealthy and big corporations in order to stimulate economic growth and encourage new investments. The idea behind this theory is that by reducing taxes, individuals and businesses will have more money available to invest, which will lead to increased production, job creation, and overall economic prosperity. This approach focuses on the supply side of the economy, believing that by incentivizing investment and production, it will ultimately benefit the entire economy.

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  • 6. 

    What happened during the hostage crisis?

    • Since 1950s the US provided political and military assistance to the shah of Iran in hope that Iran will be bulwark (barricade) against Soviet expansion in Middle East.

    • Soviet Union invades Afghanistan (will become their Vietnam) o Carter imposes economic sanctions on USSR and cancels US participation in Olympics in Moscow.

    • Nothing

    • Ayatollah Khomeini (zealous religious leader) leads a revolution. Shah is in NY for medical treatment (cancer). The Iranians seize the US embassy in Teheran and take the US diplomats and military hostage (53) (444 days). Will return them in exchange for the shah. US refuses.

    Correct Answer
    A. Ayatollah Khomeini (zealous religious leader) leads a revolution. Shah is in NY for medical treatment (cancer). The Iranians seize the US embassy in Teheran and take the US diplomats and military hostage (53) (444 days). Will return them in exchange for the shah. US refuses.
    Explanation
    During the hostage crisis, Ayatollah Khomeini led a revolution in Iran while the Shah was in New York for medical treatment. As a result, the Iranians seized the US embassy in Tehran and held 53 US diplomats and military personnel hostage for 444 days. The Iranians demanded the return of the Shah in exchange for releasing the hostages, but the US refused to comply.

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  • 7. 

    What did Ford do that causes his popularity to never recover?

    • Watergate Scandal.

    • Not give Nixon a pardon.

    • Blame the american people for the problems.

    • Give Nixon a full pardon .

    Correct Answer
    A. Give Nixon a full pardon .
    Explanation
    comes in after Watergate scandals and facing major economic difficulty.
    He establishes himself as symbol of political integrity but this is nixed when he pardons Richard Nixon (gives him a full pardon). Ford’s popularity will never recover.

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  • 8. 

    The 1974 - 1975 major energy crisis caused the OPEC (Oil Producing Energy Company) to raise oil prices by?

    • 700%

    • 900%

    • 400%

    • 20%

    Correct Answer
    A. 400%
    Explanation
    1974-75 major energy crisis – OPEC (Oil Producing Energy Company) raises price of oil by 400%.

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  • 9. 

    What did Carter focus on his presidency?

    • Treaty between Egypt and Israel, returning panama canal back to panama, China relations, human rights

    • US and China resume formal diplomatic relations.

    • Arranging a peace treaty between Egypt and Israel (Camp David Accords)

    • New American foreign policy based on the defense of human rights.

    Correct Answer
    A. Treaty between Egypt and Israel, returning panama canal back to panama, China relations, human rights
    Explanation
    Carter’s most frequent campaign promise was a new American foreign policy based on the defense of human rights.
    HE completes negotiations to turn Panama Canal over to Panama.
    His greatest success is the arranging a peace treaty between Egypt and Israel (Camp David Accords).
    During his tenure US and China resume formal diplomatic relations.

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  • 10. 

    What happens during the Campaign of 1980?

    • Reagan pushes the Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) – also known as star wars. He claims that SDI will use lasers and satellites to provide an effective shield against incoming missiles, making nuclear weapons obsolete

    • Ronald Reagan is sharp critic of federal government excesses. He promises substantial tax cuts and a restoration in American pride.

    • On his inauguration day the American hostages are released after 444 days. Iran was in desperate need of money to continue its war against Iraq, so it freed the hostages in return for the release of billions of dollars in Iranian assets that Carter had frozen in American banks.

    • Reagan calls Soviet regime the evil empire and accuses it of sponsoring terrorism.

    Correct Answer
    A. Ronald Reagan is sharp critic of federal government excesses. He promises substantial tax cuts and a restoration in American pride.
    Explanation
    During the Campaign of 1980, Ronald Reagan emerges as a strong critic of federal government excesses and promises significant tax cuts and a restoration of American pride. This suggests that Reagan's campaign focused on reducing the size and influence of the government, advocating for lower taxes, and promoting a sense of national pride. This message resonated with many Americans who were dissatisfied with the perceived overreach of the federal government and the economic challenges of the time.

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