Unit 04 Common Assessment 2014-15

1. American newspapers regularly printed "sensational" stories that exaggerated

certain events. This "yellow-journalism" was used to sway the public opinion a
certain way.

In 1917, President Woodrow Wilson established the first propaganda agency to

influence American public opinion regarding American participation in World War I.

Which of the following was the agency that was created for this purpose? (2 points)
the Committee on Public Information
the United States Food Administration
the War Industries Board
the National War Labor Board

2. Also known, as the Quadruple Alliance, the Central Powers consisted of two of the
original members of the Triple Alliance in addition to Bulgaria and what was left of
the Ottoman Empire (modern day Turkey).

Which of the following nations was an original member of the Triple

Alliance? (2 points)
Germany
France
Russia
Great Britain

3. The graph titled "African-American Population in Selected Cities, 1900-1920" shows

population increases in major cities such as New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, etc.

Why would the African-American populations be increasing between 1910 and 1920
in cities such as New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia? (2 points)

The Espionage Act of 1917 was responsible for convicting many of the workers
in these cities, thereby creating many job openings.

The Lever Act of 1917 created an abundance of jobs for minorities to apply
for.
The Selective Service Act of 1917 created a labor shortage in factories on the
home front, thus creating a high demand for workers.
The Immigration Act of 1917 allowed more immigrants to enter the United
States in the north, creating competition among immigrants and the AfricanAmerican populations.

4. Another long term cause of World War I can be identified by an individuals deep
sense of pride in their nation. This devotion to their country is so deep, that
individuals would do almost anything for their nation.

What long term cause of World War I is being described above? (2 points)
Alliances
Nationalism
Imperialism
Militarism

5. The creation of this alliance (identified by letters U, W, Z) was in direct response to

rival nations that formed their own alliance. This alliance was one of necessity that
didnt necessarily promise to help each other, but physically encircled [surrounded]
its rival alliance.

What alliance is being described above? (2 points)

Triple Alliance
Quadruple Alliance
Central Powers
Triple Entente

6. The Balkan region in Southeastern Europe was characterized by intense nationalism

that led to a demand for independence, a newly formed group of nations after the
break up of the Ottoman Empire after the Russo-Turkish War, and high ethnic
tensions.

What was this area also known as? (2 points)

the French Congo

the United Kingdom
Spanish Morocco
the Powder Keg of Europe

7. When Germany sunk The RMS Lusitania (a passenger ship), they effectively broke a
promise to not sink any non-military ships.

What was the importance of Germany not following the "Sussex Pledge"? (2 points)
Germany broke the blockade and now could get the necessary supplies they
desparately needed.
The breaking of the "Sussex Pledge" was one of the reasons that led the
United States to finally enter the war against Germany.
Germany did not want to follow the "Sussex Pledge", because it was forced on
them by France.
Germany was now free to trade with any nation they wanted to.

8. The intercepted communication between Germany and Mexico known as the

"Zimmermann Telegram", contained a proposal of alliance between the two.

What was the underlying purpose for Germany to send this secret note? (2 points)

Germany wanted to test Mexico's loyalty to the Central Powers.

Germany calculated that a Mexican invasion of the United States would
weaken American involvement in the war in Europe.
Mexico wanted assurances by Germany for help in reacquring lost lands to the
United States in the Mexican-American War.
Germany wanted Mexico to support its desire to invade Japan in addition to
the United States.

9. The United States government produced propaganda posters like this during World
War I.

What was the main purpose for creating this type of poster? (2 points)

The government used the selling of war bonds to create laws to keep America
neutral in the war.

The government needed the American public to help finance [pay for] the war
with the selling of war bonds.
The government gave tax breaks to individuals that participated in the buying
of war bonds.
The government issued the war bonds to import European goods to the United
States.

10. World War I took its toll on everyone involved. Americans learned, too, that a
victorious result in the war did not match the reality of the effects of the war.

Because of the harsh realities that came out of the war, what foreign policy did the
Americans want to follow after the war? (2 points)
A policy of Internationalism to be the world's policeman.
A policy of Collective Security to join forces with other nations to keep the
peace.
A policy of Isolationism where the United States would just keep out of
everyone else's business.
A policy of Imperialism to extend its territorial possessions.

11. The United States used propaganda through the use of posters like this.

What was the government's aim in doing this? (2 points)

The government painted the Kaiser as an oppressor of the German people,

which would make Americans feel they should support them.
The government wanted to show how German generosity helped their
European neighbors which would sway American views in favor of the Triple

Alliance.
The government depicted the Kaiser as a madman, thereby the American
citizens would sympathize with the European allies. They would then see the
necessity to support the war against Germany.
The government wanted to portray Germans as friendly to the United States
so that the American people would support the Germans in the war.

12. "World War I ended over the weekend. Germany made its final reparations-related
payment for the Great War (World War I) on October 3, 2010, nearly 92 years after
the country's defeat by the Allies." - Claire Suddath, October 04, 2010, Time World

The price and punishment of being on the losing side of the war cost Germany an
estimated $33 Billion ($402 Billion in today's dollars). Germany was forced to take
full responsibility for the war and pay reparations to the Allies.

Which of the following terms describes the punishment that Germany was forced to
accept for their role in World War I? (2 points)
Executive Order 66
The Laissez faire policy
The War Guilt Clause
The Fourteen Points

13. President Wilson's Fourteen Points called for freedom of the seas in peace and war,
and also equal trading rights for all.

Why would these two "points" be important for the United States to include in this
plan? (2 points)
European demand for American products during World War I pushed the
United States into the position of the world's economic leader. Having these
two points included in this plan would ensure continued trade between the
United States and European nations.
The victorious European Allies did not want an "Open Door Policy" like the one
set up in China. The European Allies wanted the United States to stay out of
Europe.
American demand for European products was the cornerstone of American

success during World War I. Without American demand, Europe would not
benefit.
Without these two points, the Americans feared that Great Britain and France
would create a blockade to keep American products from reaching European
markets.

14. What was the intention of President Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Point
Plan? (2 points)
The Fourteen Points were meant to position the United States, Great Britain,
and France to be recognized as the world's "Power 3" nations.
The Fourteen Points was a plan to punish Germany through stripping it of its
military, resources, and cultural identity.
The Fourteen Points outlined a plan to prevent international tensions from
leading to war.
The Fourteen Points were meant to outline how to divide Germany's territories
among the "Power 3" nations.

15. Although the Armistice to end the fighting was signed on November 11, 1918, the
Treaty of Versailles signified the end of the war between Germany and the Allied
Powers. It was signed on June 28, 1919.

What was the intent of the Treaty of Versailles? (2 points)

The purpose of the Treaty of Versailles was to make an alliance between
Germany and France.
The purpose of the Treaty of Versailles was to punish Germany for all that it
had done.
The purpose of Treaty of Versailles was to bring a lasting peace in Europe.
The purpose of the Treaty of Versailles was to help get the economy of Europe
back on track.

16. This United States agency was created to make sure that any and all production
requirements of materials that were necessary for the war effort was done. This
agency also was tasked with making sure that all the demands of war production
from the production process to the delivery of the products were completed.

Which of the following federal agencies is being described above? (2 points)

Committe of Public Information (CPI)

War Industries Board (WIB)

Railroad Administration
Federal Fuel Administration (FFA)

17. One of the domestic policies in the United States in World War I was the creation of
the Federal Fuel Administration (established by Executive Order 2690 in 1917).

Why was this particular agency needed in the United States at this time? (2 points)
This agency fought against the idea of Daylight Savings Time (DST) (1918)
because (DST) would cause an increase in fuel consumption.
The Federal Fuel Administration made sure that there was a steady supply of
fuel to support the military, industrial operations, and consumers.
The Federal Fuel Administration enforced "gasless Sundays" and "lightless
nights" to conserve fuel.
This agency was needed to make sure that the coal industry could continue to
set their own prices.

18. The Selective Service Act of 1917 created a huge demand for labor on the home
front because American men headed off to Europe for the war. American women
were called upon to fill this demand for work. They became nurses, volunteered at
fundraisers, and worked in the factories.

How did women use this situation to their advantage? (2 points)

Women's participation on the home front guaranteed women equal pay with
their male counterparts.
Women's participation on the home front helped gain support for the suffrage
movement.
Women's participation on the home front cleared the way for government
sponsored child-care facilities.
Women's participation on the home front allowed for them to pay lower taxes
because of their patriotism.

19. "XIV. A general association of nations must be formed under specific covenants for
the purpose of affording mutual guarantees of political independence and territorial
integrity to great and small states alike." - United States President Woodrow
Wilson's Fourteen Points (1918)

What was Wilson's fourteenth point about? (2 points)

To end the act of creating secret treaties that create mistrust amongst
countries.
To enforce a limit of how many weapons each nation could have.
The creation of the League of Nations to preserve the peace.
To make sure that all nations had equal trading rights.

20. The United States identified with Great Britain and France because of its similarity of
cultural ties and a democratic foundation of government.

Which of the following would also strengthen the United States' relationship with
Great Britain and France, but not Germany? (2 points)
Each nation was a part of a secret treaty; the United States with France, and
Great Britain with the United States.
The United States was a trade partner with both Great Britain and France.
Each nation shared the same nationalities.
Germany wanted to import goods from Russia.

21. In 1918, Governor William Harding of Iowa issued a proclamation forbidding the use
of any foreign language in public: on trains, on the streets, at meetings, in religious
services, even on the telephone.

What category of SPICE is being affected in regards to limiting what kind of

language is being spoken in public?(2 points)

Environmental
Economic
Cultural
Social

22. "No person, individually or as a teacher, shall, in any private, denominational,

parochial [religious] or public school teach any subject to any person in any
language other than the English language." - Nebraska State Legislature (April,
1919)

What constitutional rights are being limited by this statement? (2 points)

The right to bear arms
The right to vote
The freedom of speech
The freedom of religion

23. World War I was the deadliest war that had ever been fought.

Which of the following countries suffered the least amount of casualties? (2 points)
Russia
the United States
France
Germany

24. Anti-Immigrant hysteria grew in the United States, especially against individuals
that emigrated from Germany. Many Americans with German names lost their jobs.
Some towns with German names changed them. Schools stopped teaching the
German language, and librarians removed books by German authors from the
shelves.

Why would the Espionage and Sedition Acts be of concern to the German-American
population? (2 points)
German-Americans would not be singled out because of emigrating from their
homeland, Germany.
German-Americans could be singled out based on their ethnic background.

German-Americans would not be concerned at all if they know they did not do
anything wrong.
German-Americans would be free to say what they wanted; Their first
amendment rights were guaranteed.

25. Graph titled "U.S. Exports to Europe, 1912-1917" shows the value of exports from
the United States to Europe during this time.

Which of the following statements is explained by the graph? (2 points)

United States' trade with France and Great Britain more than doubled from
1914 to 1917.
United States' exports with Germany gradually increased from 1912 to 1917.
United States' exports to Europe remained steady from 1912 to 1917.
United States' trade with all of Europe increased sharply rom 1912 to 1914.

26. In response to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, World War I began
with Austria-Hungary declaring war on this small Southeastern European nation.

What nation did Austria-Hungary declare war with? (2 points)

Serbia
Germany
Belgium
Russia

27. In the documentary film "The Century: America's Time, Shell Shock", it showed how
trench warfare was a major battlefield strategy that was used during World War I.

Why was trench warfare not a particularly good strategy? (2 points)

Tanks were able to manuever through the trenches with ease.
Machine guns were of little use in targeting the enemy in the trenches.
The cannons could not pinpoint the enemy with their large shells.
Troop advancement from trench to trench came at a cost of many lives and
minimal territorial gain.

28. As a direct result of World War I, the United States emerged as a global economic
giant.

What economic problem, though, did the United States have after World War I came
to an end? (2 points)
There was a lack of supply for products to be exported to the European Allies.
The American labor shortage led to a shortage of production in the United
States.
There was a lack of demand for products to be exported from the United
States following the conclusion of the war. This led to an economic downturn
in the United States.
The American labor did not want to keep working at the same pace that they
were working during the war.
As the soldiers returned from the war, the federal government provided
employment for them as payment for their service to their country.

29. On the home front in the United States, young white males (also known as
"Doughboys") were required to register for the draft.

What impact did the Selective Service Act of 1917 have on this social group as they
returned home from the warfront?(2 points)
The young soldiers were able to find employment very easily.
The young white soldiers returned from the war with limited opportunities in
work and education.
The soldiers were welcomed back with open arms.
The soldiers were able to go back to school and pick up where they left off.

30. During the war, the American citizens participated on the home front to help the war
effort.

Of the social groups listed below, which did not see any real benefit for their
participation in the war effort? (2 points)
Young White Males
African-Americans
Children
Women

31. In George Washington's Farewell Address, he argued that trade with other nations
would benefit Americans....but "entangling" alliances would draw the United States
into undesirable conflicts.

How was President Woodrow Wilson's foreign policy at the start of World War I
similar to the advice from former President George Washington's 1796
speech? (2 points)
President Wilson proclaimed that the United States should be a neutral party
in the war.
President Wilson requested that Congress declare war immediately.
President Wilson wanted to make sure that the United States had a strong
alliance with France and Great Britain.
President Wilson approved the deportation of troops to aid Great Britain.

32. Concerns over immigrants from European countries fueled the desire for legislation
limiting the number of immigrants into the United States. The fear of the American
public rose from the questionable loyalty that German-Americans had towards the
United States or of their home country of Germany.

Which law was passed to deal with issues such as spying and saying anything
against the war effort? (2 points)
The Selective Service Act of 1917
The Espionage Act of 1917
The Immigration Act of 1917
The Lever Act of 1917

33. The United States' economy boomed during World War I through the agencies
created by the government to help coordinate the production and delivery of
necessary goods at that time. The government agencies did what they were
intended to do.

Which of the following was an unintended domestic effect at the end of the
war? (2 points)
Women and African-American labor lost their wartime jobs.
There was a twenty percent increase in production during the war.
The industrialization of war helped with the mass production of goods and
products.
The federal government identified the different areas of importance for the
war effort.

34. During World War I, the United States Federal Government took greater control over
the American economy through its implementation of new domestic policies.

Which of the following federal agencies settled disputes between workers and
employers to make sure that production of wartime materials would be

uninterrupted? (2 points)
War Industries Board (WIB)
United States Food Administration
National War Labor Board (NWLB)
Railroad Administration

35. According to graph titled "U.S. Exports to Europe, 1912 to 1917", a value of
approximately 3 Billion dollars worth of exports headed to Great Britain and France
in 1917.

Why would it be important to the United States that Great Britain and France be
victorious in the war? (2 points)

A German victory would force France to import goods from Great Britain.
A victory for Great Britain and France would mean that they would not have to
pay back any loans to the United States.

A British and French victory would encourage the United States to import
more goods/products from Europe.
If the allies lost, the British and French would not be able to pay back the
loans made to purchase American exports.

36. Which of the following actions best demonstrated how the United States wanted to
isolate itself from any European conflicts after World War I? (2 points)
The United States increased its trade with Europe by exporting $3 Billion
worth of goods after the war was finished.
The United States lowered their tariffs on imported goods.
The United States refused to join the League of Nations.
The United States did not want to sign any international disarmament treaties.

37. When World War I began, England enforced a naval blockade against Germany.

What was England trying to accomplish? (2 points)

England wanted to limit German immigration to the United States.
England's blockade allowed better trade with Germany.
England was trying to block Germany from getting much needed supplies.
England's blockade forced Germany and Austria-Hungary to form the first
dual-alliance.

38. The United States ultimately did not ratify the Treaty of Versailles, and did not join
the League of Nations. President Woodrow Wilson viewed this as a great failure.

Why did the United States Senate not want to approve the joining of the League of
Nations and additionally the Treaty of Versailles? (2 points)
The treaty made no provisions for a reduction in military weapons.
The treaty did not punish Germany for starting the war.
The treaty contained provisions that could lead the United States into foreign
conflicts.
The treaty did not include most of President Wilson's Fourteen Points.

39. The Railroad Administration was established in December of 1917. Its job was to

control and operate all rail transport for the duration of the war to help regulate the
economy.

What was an effect that the Railroad Administration had on the American
economy? (2 points)
The American public adopted "gasless Sundays" and "lightless nights" to
conserve fuel.
Mass production techniques in factories led to increased efficiency.
The Lever Act gave the president the authority to take over the nation's
railroad system.
The centralization and standardization of the railroad industry eliminated
competitive waste.

40. Leading up to World War I, this alliance (identified by letters V, X, Y) promised that
each nation would defend each other if either were attacked. In 1914, Italy decided
to leave this alliance.

What alliance is being described above? (2 points)

Triple Alliance
Central Powers
Triple Entente
Quadruple Alliance

41. President Woodrow Wilson issued Executive Order 2679-A that created the United
States Food Administration. Its purpose was to supply, distribute, and conserve food
during the war.

How did the "Lever Act" play an important role for the Food
Administration? (2 points)

The Lever Act helped to settle the labor disputes between agricultural workers
and agricultural owners.
The Lever Act helped raise money for the recruitment of the "Four-Minute
Men" volunteers to speak about the draft.
The Lever Act gave support for equal pay for women in the agricultural
industry.
The Lever Act gave the president the power to regulate the distribution,
export, import, purchase, and storage of food.

42. "When properly directed, there is no people in the world not fitted for selfgovernment."
- President Woodrow Wilson, speaking about the dangers of a dictatorship style of
government.

Which quote below supports Wilson's view of self-government? (2 points)

"The world must be made safe for democracy."
"The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign nations is in extending
out commercial relations (but) to have with them as little political connection
as possible."
"He kept us out of war."
"The American continents...are henceforth not to be considered as subject for
future colonization by any European powers."

43. The United States Congress voted against the signing of the Treaty of Versailles
after the end of the fighting in World War I.

What would be a reason in which congress opposed the signing of the

treaty? (2 points)
Congress believed that signing the treaty would limit its power to make its
own decisions.
Congress believed that the Central Powers were not being punished enough.
Congress did not want to have to be responsible for re-building the European
economies.
Congress believed that the treaty did not give the United States an important
role in world affairs.

44. One of the long term causes of World War I is identified from the competition of

European powers for territories from Africa to Asia. European powers extended its
authority over these territories in order to claim land for themselves.

What long term cause of World War I is being described above? (2 points)
Imperialism
Nationalism
Militarism
Alliances

45. On June 28, 1914, the Austro-Hungarian heir Archduke Franz Ferdinand was killed
by a Bosnian-Serbian national named Gavrilo Princip.

Which of the following long-term causes of World War I would be associated with the
reason why Gavrilo Princip took this action? (2 points)

Imperialism
Alliances
Militarism
Nationalism

46. European powers focused on growing their militaries so as to establish themselves

as a powerful nation. These nations focused on producing a quick and mobile force.
This military competition between nations was one of the long term causes of World
War I.

What long term cause of World War I is being described above? (2 points)
Militarism
Nationalism
Imperialism
Alliances

47. What was one of the major problems with the newly formed League of
Nations? (2 points)
The League of Nations did not extend an invitation for the "losers" to join.
The League of Nations allowed every nation to have a vote; even the losers.
The League of Nations required each nation to pay their dues for belonging to
this organization.
The League of Nations required that each nation contribute part of their
militaries for one unified defensive force.

48. Analyze the untitled map taken from "The Atlas of African-American History and
Politics". (Map by Michael Siegel Rutgers Cartography 2005) - Map shows time
period of 1916-1930.

Which of the following descriptions best fit what the map is showing? (2 points)

This map is showing the Great Migration of African-Americans from the South
to the northern and western cities.
This map is outlining the Great Migration of African-Americans from northern
cities such as New York, Chicago, and Detroit to the South.
This map shows the paths of migration for Women and Children during this
time period.
This map is showing the exodus of African-Americans from the Midwestern
states to the Western states.

49. This long term cause of World War I rose from growing rivalries and distrust

between the European powers. This agreement between nations was designed to
keep the peace in Europe, but ironically, led to war.

What long term cause of World War I is being described above? (2 points)
Nationalism
Militarism
Imperialism
Alliances

50. President Woodrow Wilson wanted to keep America neutral in the Great War,
however, Germany forced him to change his position of neutrality.

Which of the following influenced President Wilson to change his mind about
entering the war? (2 points)
The creation of the Sussex Pledge
The Fourteen Points
The signing of the Treaty of Versailles
The message contained in the Zimmerman Telegram