Question 1

As his campaign suffered from attack ads,Democratic nominee Michael Dukakis

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Dukakis attempted to address concerns that he was too liberal and weak on defense by emphasizing his pride in liberalism while also asserting his strength in dealing with national security issues. He did not try to portray himself as a conservative or promise leniency towards foreign foes. Additionally, while he may have criticized Bush on his record on crime, there is no evidence that he took out his own attack ads specifically on that issue.

Question 2

Describe the changes made in the Supreme Court during the Reagan administration.Explain what is meant by New Federalism.

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Question 3

What was the result of the Persian Gulf War military operations?

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The primary objective of the Persian Gulf War military operations was to expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait, which was achieved quickly. The coalition forces, led by the United States, stopped at the Iraq border and did not pursue a full-scale invasion of Iraq or regime change at that time.

Question 4

One of the most significant acts passed by Congress during President's Bush's term was

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law by President George H.W. Bush on July 26, 1990. It is a significant piece of civil rights legislation that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.

Question 5

Analyze the new consumerism that came about due to economic expansion during the Reagan years,and also address the distribution of wealth,or lack thereof,in this economic expansion.

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Question 6

Explain the new foreign policy challenges faced by the United States in the wake of the dissolution of the Soviet Union.Identify specific actions taken by the United States-in particular,how the U.S.dealt with Iraq's invasion of Kuwait.

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Question 7

Discuss the new forms of "dissent" that developed during the Reagan years.Identify the groups that were involved in protest movements and the causes they were most likely to champion.

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Question 8

What lawmaker took advantage of the new practice of televising congressional sessions on C-Span,using the forum to make a name for himself as a fearless foe of Democrats,progressives,and liberal culture?

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Newt Gingrich took advantage of the new practice of televising congressional sessions on C-Span to make a name for himself as a fearless foe of Democrats, progressives, and liberal culture.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT true of Operation Desert Storm?

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Operation Desert Storm was carried out with the support of the United Nations, and while there were some protests, most countries in the Middle East were part of the coalition that fought against Iraq.

Question 10

The key swing voters in the 1988 election were

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The term "Reagan Democrats" referred to traditionally Democratic voters, typically working-class white Americans, who were won over by Republican candidate Ronald Reagan's conservative policies in the 1980s. These voters were seen as a key swing group in the 1988 election, as they had helped to deliver Reagan's landslide victories in 1980 and 1984, and were expected to play a crucial role in deciding the outcome of the race between George H.W. Bush and Michael Dukakis.

Question 11

What caused President Bush to decide to go to war with Iraq?

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The primary reason for the U.S. decision to go to war with Iraq was Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990. This resulted in a military buildup of U.S. troops in the region and the eventual Gulf War in 1991. The War in Iraq in 2003 was a separate conflict and had different justification, including allegations of weapons of mass destruction and connections to global terrorism.

Question 12

President Bush's "no new taxes" pledge

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Despite his pledge of no new taxes, President Bush did propose tax increases on the wealthy and luxury items, which goes against his promise. However, it should be noted that he did not agree to across-the-board income tax increases of a minimum of 5 percent to pay for the deficit.

Question 13

Describe the resurgence of conservatism in the United States that helped lead Ronald Reagan to landslide electoral victories in the presidential elections of 1980 and 1984.Identify the problems faced by the country that were a factor in his election;Reagan's personal qualities as a politician;and the mood of the country in the early 1980s.

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Question 14

During the Bush administration,the Soviet Union

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The Soviet Union dissolved in 1991, during the Bush administration, and the countries of Eastern Europe gained independence. This historic event marked the end of the Cold War and the collapse of communism in Europe.

Question 15

Discuss Reagan's attempt to reverse the New Deal through deregulation,tax cuts,and the reduction of government spending.Also,discuss opposition to Reagan's policies.

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Question 16

Explain what is meant by the "revival of the Cold War," and the implications of the Reagan Doctrine.Identify what actions taken by the Soviet Union caused new strains in the relationship between the United States and the USSR.

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Question 17

Which of the following is NOT true of George H.W.Bush?

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