Question 1

General George Armstrong Custer led elements of the U. S. Seventh Cavalry to destruction at the hands of Cheyenne and Sioux at the Little Big Horn River. Known as Custer's Last Stand, this event inspired renewed

Accepted Answer

Custer's Last Stand led to renewed army campaigns against the Plains tribes as a direct response to the defeat.

Question 2

The median income of black families is __________ that of white families.

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of 2019, the median income of black families was 63% of that of white families.

Question 3

Most immigrants come to the United States seeking economic opportunity. Most personify the traits we typically think of as American, as aggregated in which response below?

Accepted Answer

The traits listed in option B are positive and commonly associated with the American Dream, which includes the idea of working hard to achieve economic success. This aligns with the reasons why many immigrants come to the US, seeking better economic opportunities and a chance for upward mobility. The other options contain negative or inaccurate traits that do not accurately represent the characteristics of immigrants.

Question 4

How do many middle and working class Americans view immigration during tough economic times?

Accepted Answer

During tough economic times, many middle and working-class Americans view immigration both economically and culturally. They view immigrants as competitors in the labor market and fear that their arrival will impact the ethnic composition of their communities. This is largely due to concerns about job competition, wage suppression, and strains on public services. Additionally, cultural clashes and identity politics can exacerbate these concerns. Therefore, choice B is the best answer.

Question 5

The Supreme Court interpreted the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to allow segregation of the races if facilities were equal. Which of the following court cases ruled that segregation of white and colored children in public schools has a detrimental effect upon the colored children?

Accepted Answer

This case ruled that segregation of white and colored children in public schools has a detrimental effect upon the colored children, and thus overturned the "separate but equal" doctrine established in Plessy v. Ferguson. The other options are either irrelevant or contrary to this ruling.

Question 6

When the civil rights movement turned its attention to combating private discrimination, it had to carry its fight to the

Accepted Answer

The civil rights movement needed to address private discrimination through legislation, which required engaging with the legislative branch to create and pass laws that would prohibit such discrimination.

Question 7

The Intercourse Act of 1790 declared that public treaties between the U.S. government and the independent Indian nations would be the only legal means of

Accepted Answer

The Intercourse Act of 1790 aimed to regulate trade and interactions between American Indians and American settlers. It declared that public treaties between the U.S. government and independent Indian nations would be the only legal means of obtaining Indian land, illustrating the government's desire to control and acquire more land through diplomacy rather than force. The act did not address bringing peace to the plains during westward expansion or obtaining public funding for education on Indian reservations.

Question 8

On April 14, 1968, Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated. With King's death, the mood of the nation changed. Congress did which of the following in tribute to the slain civil rights leader?

Accepted Answer

Congress passed the Civil Rights Act of 1968, also known as the Fair Housing Act, in tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. This act aimed to end discrimination in housing based on race, religion, and national origin. The Fair Voting Act of 1968 and the Fair Education Act of 1968 were not passed in tribute to King's death.

Question 9

Due process of law, found in the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments, is guaranteed to

Accepted Answer

Due process of law is a fundamental right guaranteed to every person within the United States, regardless of their citizenship or immigration status. It ensures that individuals receive fair treatment and protection under the law, including during legal proceedings or actions taken by the government.

Question 10

Segregation permitted or required by law is called

Accepted Answer

De jure segregation refers to segregation that is permitted or required by law.

Question 11

With the exception of Korean Americans and Vietnamese Americans, Asian Americans have the highest median income compared to the whole population. Asian Americans are also twice as likely as the population as a whole to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Asian Americans are twice as likely as the population as a whole to complete a bachelor's degree or higher.

Question 12

In general, women earn about 80 cents for every dollar earned by men. This is generally not due to direct wage discrimination. Instead it is explained by the fact that

Accepted Answer

The gender pay gap is largely due to the fact that women are concentrated in lower-paying occupations and industries, while men dominate higher-paying fields. This segregation in the workforce is often referred to as the "occupational segregation." It is important to note that this is not a direct result of wage discrimination, but rather the result of societal and cultural factors that impact the career choices made by men and women.

Question 13

The Cherokees unsuccessfully tried to use the white man's law to defend their land in which of the following cases?

Accepted Answer

In Cherokee Nation v. GA (1831), the Cherokees tried to use the white man's law to defend their land, but the Supreme Court ruled that they did not have standing as a foreign nation to bring the case to court. This decision ultimately led to the forced removal of the Cherokees from their land in what is known as the Trail of Tears.

Question 14

Although the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was the most comprehensive civil rights legislation ever considered it does not prohibit discrimination in

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 does not prohibit discrimination in the sale or rental of a dwelling. This specific type of discrimination was addressed later in the Fair Housing Act of 1968.

Question 15

The landmark 1954 Supreme Court decision that declared that segregation itself violates the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment was

Accepted Answer

The landmark 1954 Supreme Court decision that declared that segregation itself violates the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment was Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka. Roe v. Wade is a landmark 1973 Supreme Court decision regarding abortion rights, Plessy v. Ferguson was a 1896 Supreme Court decision that upheld "separate but equal" segregation, and Cherokee Nation v. Georgia was a 1831 Supreme Court decision regarding Native American sovereignty.

Question 16

In the early 1960s, the civil rights movement stepped up its protests and demonstrations and attracted worldwide attention. Which of the following combination of strategies was used to call attention to the issues of the movement?

Accepted Answer

The civil rights movement used a combination of nonviolent strategies such as sit-ins, freedom rides, picketing campaigns, boycotts, and mass marches to call attention to their issues and gain support. These strategies were intended to highlight the injustice and inequality faced by African Americans and put pressure on government officials to enact changes. The use of violence or anti-American rhetoric was not a central part of the movement's strategy.

Question 17

The Civil Rights Act of 1968 prohibits discrimination in

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1968, also known as the Fair Housing Act, primarily prohibits discrimination concerning the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, religion, national origin, or sex. It does not directly address public accommodations, programs receiving federal funds, or employment, which are covered by other laws such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Question 18

The initial goal of the civil rights movement was the elimination of direct legal segregation. This was accomplished through

Accepted Answer

The passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a major achievement of the civil rights movement, as it eliminated direct legal segregation and outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in public accommodations, employment, and education. The other options are not relevant to the goal or outcome of the civil rights movement.

Question 19

In an effort to narrow the gap between races and genders, the government practices this form of compensatory or preferential treatment.

Accepted Answer

Affirmative action is a form of compensatory or preferential treatment aimed at addressing historic discrimination experienced by marginalized groups, including racial and ethnic minorities and women. This policy provides opportunities for these groups in areas such as education and employment, often by setting aside a certain number of spots or positions specifically for them.

Question 20

Women have made inroads in traditionally male, white-collar occupations. Those occupations include all but which of the following professions?

Accepted Answer

Nursing has traditionally been a female-dominated profession, not a traditionally male, white-collar occupation.

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