Practice Exam

Question 1

Which were significant events that helped the Allies win the war in Europe? Choose three correct answers.

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A: the North African campaign; B: the Nazi defeat at Stalingrad; C: the Invasion of Normandy

Question 2

China instituted a one-child policy in 1979 because the government recognized that

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B: overpopulation would result in limited space and resources.

Question 3

What is the last step to breaking down a source?

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C: Decide how you can use the source.

Question 4

Which of these was true of the Contras during the Nicaraguan civil war?

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D: The Contras received support from the U.S. government.

Question 5

Which of these were effects of the arms race? Choose four correct answers.

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A: fear of nuclear attack; C: building of large numbers of fallout shelters; D: increased study of science and math; E: heightened world tensions

Question 6

What is a coalition?

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D: a group formed for a common purpose

Question 7

Which of these phrases best describes East Germany after World War II?

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C: Communist economic system

Question 8

Why was Benito Mussolini able to seize control in Italy?

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A: The country was weak and frustrated with democratic rule.

Question 9

How did World War I impact the state economy in New Mexico?

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A: There were more jobs in industries supporting the war.

Question 10

Per capita income is defined as

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A: average amount of annual income earned per person in one year.

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