Political and Social Issues in Modern America — Quiz

Question 1

Which political action group did Jerry Falwell lead?

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the Moral Majority

Question 2

What is an example of a conservative political organization?

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the Heritage Foundation

Question 3

What is an example of a liberal political organization?

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the National Rainbow Coalition

Question 4

Which statements are examples of contemporary liberal beliefs? Choose three correct answers.

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Gay people should have greater rights, and abortion should be legal.; Tax rates should be raised to pay for government programs.; The government should regulate businesses to protect consumers.

Question 5

What is the main reason why liberals want to expand the size of government?

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to create more social welfare programs

Question 6

What was Sandra Day O’Connor’s major achievement?

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becoming the first female justice on the US Supreme Court

Question 7

What is the purpose of the United Nations? Choose three correct answers.

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Promote social justice; Promote social progress; Maintain world peace

Question 8

Which organization did Jesse Jackson found?

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Operation PUSH

Question 9

Who is the only woman to have received the congressional Medal of Honor?

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Mary Edwards Walker

Question 10

Why was the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) established?

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to create economic opportunities between the United States, Mexico, and Canada

Political and Social Issues in Modern America — Quiz Answers

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