Work Keys & United States History

Connecting Work Keys and United States History

BHSD 228

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Table of ContentsUnit 1: Jamestown Supplies.............................................................................................6Unit 2: Call to Service........................................................................................................7Unit2: Continental Army..................................................................................................8Unit 2: December of Independence..................................................................................9Unit 3: Tomorrow’s Agenda...........................................................................................10Unit 3: Ratify....................................................................................................................11Unit 4: War of 1812.........................................................................................................13Unit 5: My Face on the $20 Bill......................................................................................14Unit 5: Land Ownership.................................................................................................15Unit 6: U.S. History.........................................................................................................16Unit 6: Dear Editor..........................................................................................................17Unit 7: U.S History..........................................................................................................18Unit 7: Dear Son...............................................................................................................19Unit 8: San Francisco......................................................................................................20Unit 8: Luxury Travel Opportunity...............................................................................21Unit 9: The Sinking of the Lusitiania.............................................................................22Unit 9: The Zimmermann Telegram..............................................................................23Unit 10: Chicago Treasury Agents.................................................................................24Unit 10: Hey Boys............................................................................................................25Unit 11: American Farmers Program............................................................................26Unit 11: Letter to Olivia..................................................................................................27Unit 12: The Bombing of Pear Harbor..........................................................................29Unit 13: Baby Sitting Instructions..................................................................................30Unit 13: Unfair Representation......................................................................................31Unit 13: Can I Have My Old Job Again?......................................................................32Unit 14: Brown vs. Board Of Education Of Topeka....................................................33Unit 14: I Have A Dream................................................................................................34Unit 15: Gulf of Tonkin Resolutions..............................................................................35Unit 15: Vietnam..............................................................................................................36Unit 16: Thanks Mr. Whitney........................................................................................37Unit 16: Goodyear Tires..................................................................................................38Unit 17: Army Budgets....................................................................................................39

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Unit 17: Conservative Party Leaders.............................................................................40Unit 18: Eviction Notice..................................................................................................41Unit 18: Telecommunication Act....................................................................................42

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Unit 1: Important Meeting TonightFrom: Virginia CompanyTo: All Prospective Jamestown SettlersDate: May 1606RE: Important Meeting tonight

Tonight, we will begin planning our big trip to the New World. The Virginia Company hopes that this expedition will indeed produce the first permanent settlement in America. With this goal in mind, please bring the following items to the meeting tonight: a resume, a copy of 10 Ways to Make Successful Trip to the New World book and five boxes of ammunition. Not all people who attend this meeting will be allowed to go on this trip. We will be conducting interviews after the meeting. Do not leave the premises or you will not be considered for the trip!

1. Which of the following do we know that each person attending the meeting must bring?

a. 10 boxes of ammunition, a letter of good health, 10 Ways to Make Successful Trip to the New World

b. His gold, his pride, his Biblec. 5 boxes of ammunition, his resume, 10 Ways to Make Successful Trip to

the New Worldd. He needs to bring nothing but an invitation to the meeting

2. What does the word “premises” mean?a. The building and land surrounding itb. The shipc. The meetingd. The entire city

3. We can conclude that one should not leave the premises because?a. The interviews will occur before the meetingb. The interviews will occur during the meetingc. The interviews will occur the following dayd. The interviews will occur after the meeting

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Unit 1: Jamestown Supplies

From: John RolfeTo: Settlers in JamestownDate: June 1610RE: Supply List for Jamestown Settlement

Recently, John Smith has opened up trade relations with the local Native American tribe. His contact, Pocahontas, will be conducting most of the negotiations. Please apprise Mr. Smith of your needs. To do this, please follow the following steps:1. Take inventory on the current supplies that you have.2. Make an estimate of what you think you will need for the next two calendar years.3. Write out the list on official Jamestown paper.4. Deliver the list to my office no later than 4 p.m. on Wednesday of next week.

In order for these negotiations to be successful you must follow these directions exactly and carry them out promptly! If you do not have this in by Wednesday of next week, you will be the last to receive any extra supplies for which we trade.

1. Once a settler takes inventory of what he currently has, what should he do?a. Make an estimate of what is needed for the next yearb. Deliver the list to the office no later than 4 p.m. on Wednesday of next

week.c. Writing out the list on official Jamestown paperd. Make an estimate of what you need for the next two years

2. What does the word “apprise” mean?a. To sell tob. To buy fromc. To steal fromd. To notify

3. What is the probable consequence for not turning in a supply estimate?a. You will receive no supplies b. You will be forced to leave the colonyc. You will receive only half of what you wantedd. You will receive only what is left over

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Unit 2: Call to Service

Press release to be released July 5, 1776

Your King Calls You to Service!

Yesterday, many of your fellow colonists decided to turn their backs on your loving King. You, however, do not need to follow these subversives! I, as your King, am calling you to join the British Army in defense of your homes and way of life. This is the easiest and most important way of defending the British Crown. Even if you cannot join the army, there are numerous ways in which you can help the British. There will be a meeting held in Richmond next Monday in order to discuss options for helping us. Finally, any person caught joining or aiding Washington and his rebels will be hanged for treason against Britain.

King George III

1. Jebediah Jones of Virginia loves the British but has to tend to his tobacco farm during the first summer of fighting and cannot join the British army. Which of the following would be his best choice?

a. Do nothing and tend to his fieldb. Attend a meeting in Richmondc. Contact George Washington for more informationd. Pay someone to tend the field and travel to Britain

2. What does the word “subversives” mean?a. Supporterb. Isolationistc. Traitord. Generals

3. Steven Smith lives in Boston and joins the Continental Army. He is captured by the British in a month. What will most likely happen to him?

a. Sent to jail in Britainb. Sent to jail in Americac. Forced to serve in the British armyd. Be hanged as a traitor

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Unit2: Continental Army

The Continental Army Needs Soldiers!

Dear Americans,

We desperately need more soldiers to join our ranks. The British army has several advantages over our forces. First, they have a better trained army. Second, they have access to more supplies such as guns and ammunition. Finally, they have much larger numbers within their ranks. However Americans, do not despair! We know the territory of our colonies. Most importantly we have the spirit to defend our homes and gain our independence. Take up the American flag and come to any Continental recruiting office to join the fight!

Sincerely,General Washington

1. In which of the following do we know from the reading that the British have an advantage?

a. The training of troops, number of naval vessels, number of Native American supporters

b. Number of supporters living in the coloniesc. Knowledge of the terrain of the colonies and access to more suppliesd. Number of troops and access to more supplies

2. What must one do to join the Continental Army?a. Go to any battlefield and start fightingb. Send a petition to General Washingtonc. Go to any Continental recruitment office and sign upd. Send a letter to officially resign from the British Empire

3. What does the word “ranks” mean as used in the first line?a. The enemyb. To put in order from highest to lowestc. The army

A type of revolutionary war weapon

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Unit 2: December of Independence

From: George WashingtonTo: Ben FranklinDate: July 3, 1776RE: Declaration of Independence

Tomorrow we are going to unveil one of the greatest documents ever created on Earth. It is my goal to make the announcement and surrounding party go as smoothly as possible. It will be your job to be the party planner and organizer. Please be sure the following responsibilities have been fulfilled:

1. Security of the event is to be conducted by the Continental Army.2. Martha Washington has begun decorating Independence Hall.3. Food is to be provided by the volunteer French chefs.4. Fireworks are to commence two hours after dusk.

If all of these issues are taken care of then I believe the party should be a huge success. Please see my assistant, Thomas Jefferson, at my office for answers to any questions you may have. Please be advised that my former assistant Benedict Arnold has accepted a position in the war plan division and will no longer be able to assist you. Good luck!

1. If Mr. Franklin has any further questions, to whom is he supposed to direct them?a. Martha Washingtonb. George Washingtonc. Thomas Jeffersond. Benedict Arnold

2. Which of the following is NOT something on which Ben Franklin needs to check?

a. Securityb. Making sure the Declaration of Independence arrives on timec. Making sure that the fireworks begin 2 hours after duskd. Ensuring the French are providing the food

3. What does the word “unveil” mean?a. To hideb. To developc. To exhibitd. To sell

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Unit 3: Tomorrow’s Agenda From: George WashingtonTo: Members of the Constitutional ConventionDate: May 24 1787RE: Tomorrow’s Agenda

Now that we finally have the number of obligatory delegates in Philadelphia, we can finally start the discussion about our current Articles of Confederation. To do so, I have made the following agenda that will take us through our first day.

8:00 – Registration of the delegates will be held in the main foyer of Independence Hall8:30 - 9:30 – A “continental” breakfast will be served9:30 – Formal roll call to be read in the meeting hall10:00 – Discussion of the merits of the Articles of Confederation11:00 – Delegates will be divided by region into groups to discuss local issues12:00 – Debate on what is to be done with the Articles of Confederation (each group will

present)1:00 – 2:00 – lunch will be served3:00 – Delegates will have an open forum to discuss any other issues4:00 – Formal vote on the Articles of Confederation4:30 – Final words by G. Washington5:00 – Dismissal of delegates

Thank you for your dedication to America and please bring this agenda with you tomorrow

1. Which of the following is scheduled to occur after lunch?a. Discussion of the merits of the Articlesb. Registrationc. Presentation of regional groupsd. Formal vote

2. Alexander Hamilton woke up at 8:30 AM. It takes him one and a half hours to get dressed and get to Independence Hall. What will be the first event that he will be able to attend?

a. Discussion of the merits of the Articlesb. Being divided into regional groupsc. Lunchd. Formal roll call

3. What does the word “obligatory” mean?a. Not requiredb. Requiredc. Impossibled. Possible

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Unit 3: Ratify

From: Constitutional CongressTo: State LegislaturesDate: September 26, 1787RE: How to ratify the Constitution

The new Constitution of the United Sates has been completed and presented to Congress. Each state must now ratify it in order for it to become the preeminent law of the land. To ratify the Constitution please follow these simple steps. First, call a convention in your state made up of delegates from the citizens of your state. Each delegate must have the approval of your state legislature. Next, open a debate on the positives and negatives that you see in the new Constitution. Please do not forget about all the weaknesses that the former Articles of Confederation had! Finally, call the delegates to vote on whether or not they accept the new Constitution. If you have a majority vote, please send a list of delegates and their votes to the Constitutional Office in Washington, D.C. If you do not have a majority vote, please restart the process and focus more time on the debate. If after the second try you still do not have a majority, please send a list of reasons why delegates voted “no” to the Constitutional Office.

1. In what scenario should the state send a list of how delegates voted to the Constitutional Office?

a. If there was no majorityb. If there was a majorityc. If there was a split decisiond. If they needed more information about the Constitution

2. What must occur after a convention is called and delegates are chosen?a. The debate on the Constitution startsb. The vote occursc. Delegates must be approvedd. A list of delegates must be sent to the Constitutional Office

3. What does the word “preeminent” mean?a. Secondaryb. Unimportantc. To do befored. Ultimate

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Unit 4: Farewell Address

From: George WashingtonTo: Member of US GovernmentDate: September 20, 1796RE: My Farewell Address

Most of you have already seen my Farewell Address in print. I hope that you have taken my words to heart and will try to implement them as best you can. I wanted to write you today so that I could give you a better understanding of what I meant and an idea of how to make America a better place. To achieve this goal please follow these instructions. The most important step is to stay away from foreign alliances and entanglements. By doing this America will not be dragged into any foreign wars in which we do not want to fight. America is much too young to have to defend its freedom again. Second, political parties are a bad idea. Two parties will only divide the nation when bringing the nation closer together is what we need. If we can avoid these two issues, America will have a fighting chance at becoming a world superpower.

1. What does the word “implement” mean?a. To stopb. To put in placec. To developd. To destroy

2. According to the reading, why are foreign alliances bad?a. They cost Americans too much moneyb. They divide the nationc. They might force America into ward. They give Europeans too much power

3. What does Washington assume readers have already done first?a. Joined a political partyb. Entered a political alliancec. Fought in a war for freedomd. Read his Farewell Address

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Unit 4: War of 1812

Press release to be released August 30, 1814

The British Will Retake America

Every American must rise up and defend their freedom once more. If we do not, Britain will surely retake America and make us her subjects again. America has been suffering losses habitually over the last two years. We have lost battles, lost soldiers, but no loss is more important than the loss of our capital and the White House. It has been demoralizing to our soldiers and our people. Americans must now step up the fight in order to defeat the British. Now that Britain’s war with Napoleon is over, their highly trained troops will be coming over to fight us. To defeat them, we must do all of the following. First, we must have 10,000 more soldiers join the army. Second, we must have our civilian factories produce double the amount of guns and ammunition. Finally, we must have every American defy the British whenever they see them. If we do these things we can surely win!

1. What does the word “habitually” mean?a. Neverb. Sometimesc. Regularlyd. Nicely

2. Why must Americans step up the fight at this given time?a. Napoleon has been defeated and better troops are comingb. Britain is retreatingc. America is 90% capturedd. The President has been killed in the raid on the White House

3. What must Americans do in order to win?a. 20,000 soldiers join, factories produce double the ammunitionb. Creation of five new battleshipsc. 10,000 soldiers join and double the amount of ammunition producedd. 10,000 soldiers join, Americans defy the British, double the amount of

guns and ammunition produced

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Unit 5: My Face on the $20 Bill

From: Andrew JacksonTo: Paul Johnson – United States Currency AgencyDate: August 18, 1839Re: My Face on the $20 Bill

Dear Mr. Johnson,

I have had time to reflect on my two terms as President. I would like to have my legacy to be remembered as a President who was a “man of the people.” I feel I would make a strong case to be put on the 20-dollar bill. I want to remind you of all my accomplishments. I was the first President to introduce the spoils system to national government, basing appointments on political support. Thus, patronage - present on a state level - became predominant on a national level. I used my veto power extensively. I vetoed more bills in my term of office than all the previous presidents put together. I was also the first to use the pocket veto. This was a delaying tactic in which I do not sign a bill within ten days of the end of the congressional term. This prevents it from becoming law. I feel the American people would want to have me on their currency, as well. Thanks for your time.

God Bless,

Former President Andrew Jackson

1) Another word for tariff isa. lawb. taxc. rightsd. compromise

2) If Jackson did not sign a bill, what happened after 10 days had past? a. Nothingb. Bill was sent againc. Bill did become a lawd. Bill did not become a law

3) When a President stalls and does not sign a bill within 10 days of the end of a Congressional term, what kind of practice is this known as?

a. Stall tacticb. Pocket vetoc. Line-Item vetod. State’s rights

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Unit 5: Land Ownership

From: Chief SiouxTo: Chief Justice Burns - United States Supreme CourtDate: February 1, 1838Re: Land Ownership

Dear Chief Justice Burns, I am upset how the United States government has treated Native Americans. Andrew Jackson was a forceful proponent of Indian removal. In 1814 he commanded the U.S. military forces that defeated a faction of the Creek nation. In their defeat, the Creeks lost 22 million acres of land in southern Georgia and central Alabama. The U.S. acquired more land in 1818 when, spurred in part by the motivation to punish the Seminoles for their practice of harboring fugitive slaves, Jackson's troops invaded Spanish Florida. Jackson's attitude toward Native Americans was patronizing -- he described us as children in need of guidance and believed the removal policy was beneficial to the Indians. He would talk to us like a father talking to a young child. I would expect more respect from a leader in American Government. I would like to see actions from the Government to change. For starters, land that is occupied by Native Americans should remain Native American land. White Americans should respect land that is not owned by them. Then, American people and Native American people should live together in harmony. Both groups of people can help the other out economically with peaceful, fair trades for goods. I hope to see changes quickly.

Sincerely,

Chief Sioux

1. What best describes patronizing?a. favorableb. usefulc. paternalisticd. helpful

2. How much land did the Creek Nation lose in Georgia and Alabama?a. 8 thousand acresb. 22 hundred acresc. 22 million acresd. 27 million acres

3. According to the passage, after White Americans respect/ acknowledge Native American land, what should they do?

a. Take over more land

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b. Co-exist peacefullyc. Move back to Europed. Trade corn

Unit 6: U.S. History

The following is a partial list provided to westward travelers in the mid-1800s. Be sure each member of your party has been examined by a doctor and received any

medicines prescribed.

Check your wagon to be sure it is safe to travel. Be sure to grease both axels before you

travel.

Bring a spare wheel and a jar of grease.

Bring your hammer, wrench, and nails.

Have your horses checked by your veterinarian.

Bring three buckets.

Bring blankets, sweaters, gloves, boots, hats, and scarves.

Bring a shovel, an ax, carving knives, a rifle, and bullets.

Be sure to have: 20 lbs. flour, 1 lb. yeast, 20 lbs. rice, 10 lbs. sugar, 10 lbs. bacon, and two chickens.

1. Why would flour and yeast be an important part of the party’s provisions?a. They will want to bake cakes to keep morale highb. Flour and yeast never spoil or rotc. Bread will be a staple of their dietd. Flour and yeast are very nutritious

2. Why would a family who is traveling west need sweaters, hats, and scarves?a. It is very cold in New Yorkb. They might get wet when they cross rivers.c. To protect them from sunburn as they travel through the desert.d. It is very cold high atop mountains.

3. What is an axel?a. The part of a wagon that hitches to the horsesb. The part of a wagon that steers it

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c. The part of a wagon that attaches the wheelsd. The part of a wagon runs through the center to keep it together

Unit 6: Dear Editor

Dear Editor:I would appreciate your help with a problem I encountered last week while in San

Francisco. I believe we can help others to avoid the same problem by printing my story to make them aware that some of San Francisco’s businessmen are not very ethical.

I came to these parts in the spring of 1849 to stake a claim and find my fortune in gold. I purchased a small plot of land near the western edge of Fairbanks Creek. I have panned the bottom of that creek for over a year now. Last week, I finally found it…gold! I found a nugget the size of a peach. I immediately rushed into the city to sell my gold for cash when I was told that I had not found gold but fool’s gold. The clerk at Fairbanks Financial told me that I had a chunk of iron sulfide and that fool’s gold is worthless. With my head hung low, I left the worthless chunk and headed for the saloon.

Later, I saw the clerk enter the saloon hooting and hollering with a smile as big as Montana. I remained at the end of the bar and watched him buy the house a round of drinks. The barkeep asked the clerk what made him so happy, and he told a story of how he had swindled a miner out of a chunk of gold. He described it as a chunk as big as a peach. I knew then that he had cheated me. I went back to the Fairbanks Financial and reported the incident to the manager, but he said he could not help me. Please print this story so that others don’t take their business to Fairbanks Financial.

1. What is a good synonym for ethical as it is used in this piece?a. honestb. intelligentc. kindd. strong

2. What does the miner hope the editor will do?a. Get the miner’s gold back for himb. Have the clerk thrown in jailc. Tell everybody to refrain from doing business with Fairbanks Financiald. Print his story

3. Why might this miner be called a 49er?a. He lives in the San Francisco areab. He came to the area to mine in 1849

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c. He is looking for gold in the San Francisco aread. He found a 49 oz. Gold nugget

Unit 7: U.S History

As a colonel in the Union Army, your mission is to lead your battalion of 1,300 men into South Carolina to attack General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson’s men. Be careful as Jackson and his men are heavily fortified in Platt’s Woods just south of the Columbia River. Jackson has 1,100 men serving in his battalion. His men are hungry, weak, tired, and many are ill. You will prepare your men to depart on Sunday, June 6, and you will progress 42 miles per day. At that rate, you should meet Jackson’s men in six days. You must gauge your men’s readiness and decide whether you wish to attack immediately or give them an additional day’s rest to prepare for battle. Send a private to report the outcome of the battle as soon as the fight ends. Good luck, Colonel.

1. Where is the Columbia River?a. south of Platt’s Woodsb. 42 miles from Platt’s woodsc. near the Confederate capitald. north of Platt’s Woods

2. What does the word fortified mean?a. strengthenedb. depletedc. woundedd. clever

3. What should you do if your men are tired when you arrive at Platt’s Woods?a. Attack immediately – the element of surprise is most importantb. Let them rest on day to prepare for battlec. Turn back and return to North Carolinad. Send a private with a report saying the men are tired

Unit 7: Dear Son

Dear Son,

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I write this letter in response to your latest correspondence regarding your attempt to vote. The last four years have been brutal for both the North and the South, but we can now see the fruit born out of the terrible war. Like you, I am very excited that our people finally have been granted the right to vote for our leaders. I am very proud that you are exercising that right which has been paid for so dearly by the blood of so many. I understand from your letter that the local officials in your county have asked you to take a literacy test in order to receive a ballot. I understand that you passed the test and will be allowed to vote next week. I am sorry that your friend, James, did not pass his test.

I remember James well. His father and I worked a plantation in Georgia before the war. James never did receive any formal education, and I’m sure he cannot read since he spent his days working doing chores alongside his mother in the plantation’s main house. He was not as lucky as you to have a mother who could teach him to read and write during the evening hours. Perhaps we can teach James to read and write so that he can participate in next year’s elections. Let’s suggest to James that we meet in the old church on Baker Street every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6:00. If he accepts the offer, we can begin this Tuesday.

Lovingly,Pop

1. Why can’t James vote in this election?a. He is a former slaveb. He is African-Americanc. He is too youngd. He cannot read

2. What does the word correspondence mean?a. complaintb. communicationc. suggestiond. hope

3. Where should James go if he wants to vote next year?a. To the Church on Baker Streetb. To the county officials to file a complaintc. To another stated. Nowhere – he will never be allowed to vote

Unit 8: San FranciscoFrom: Derrick JenningsTo: Denise JenningsDate: May 4, 1870Re: San Francisco is beautiful

To my Loving Wife and Family,

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On May 10, 1869, as the last spike was driven in the Utah desert, the blows were heard across the country. Telegraph wires wrapped around spike and sledgehammer transmitted the impact instantaneously east and west. In San Francisco and New York, wires had been connected to cannons facing outward across the ocean. I cannot believe that we are connected from 3,000 miles away. I have a job working at a port unloading and loading ships. Most of the ships are goods that are to be taken to and from Japan. I was able to smuggle some tea from the Far East. It was so delectable, that I took more the next week. Along with this letter is money. I want you to pack up all of the belongings. Go to the train station. Buy a cross-country ticket for the whole family to San Francisco. I will then see you by the end of the week. Be careful.

With love,

Derrick

1. After the belongings are packed, what is the family to do?a. Wait for more moneyb. Travel to San Franciscoc. Travel to the train stationd. Plant seeds

2. Where are most of the ships leaving San Francisco headed for?a. New Yorkb. Mexicoc. Washingtond. Japan

3. What does delectable mean?a. Port Cityb. Bitterc. Awfuld. Delicious

Unit 8: Luxury Travel Opportunity

To: Local Business MenFrom: George PullmanDate: August 2, 1868Re: Luxury Travel Opportunity

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Dear Local Business Man,

Let me take this opportunity to introduce myself. I am a man that believes in luxury and hope you do as well. I am sure you are tired of traveling in old dirty railroad cars. My master plan is to create a utopian society that goes beyond your wildest dreams. My first plan of action is to create the most luxurious railroad car in the world. My first attempt at a luxury car initially failed because it was too wide for railway platforms and bridges and the railroad refused to accommodate the cars. This all changed when the public first heard that my cars were used for Lincoln’s funeral procession. I am not looking for investors in this project but am taking reservations for the inaugural run. Please note that my cars include freshly prepared meals, chandeliers and even advanced heating and air conditioning. I will be in your town square tomorrow if you are interested in putting down a reservation.

Sincerely,

G. Pullman

1. What would best describe a utopian community?a. One where work is cheapb. One where people are given resources and are contentc. Low cost fueld. Healthy cattle

2. What initially had a major impact in promoting Pullman’s cars?a. Lincoln’s funeral processionb. Chandeliersc. Advanced heating and cooling systemsd. Freshly prepared meals

3. What is the best method to secure a reservation?a. Give the post master gold to deliver to Pullmanb. Write a reservation letterc. Arrive in town squared. Travel to Pullman’s community

Unit 9: The Sinking of the Lusitiania

World War I

Press Release: The Sinking of the Lusitania!

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The Lusitania, one of our largest sea vessels carrying British and American citizens, has sunk as a result of a German U-Boat! On May 7, the ship neared the coast of Ireland. At 2:10 in the afternoon a torpedo fired by the German submarine U 20 slammed into her side. A mysterious second explosion ripped the liner apart. Chaos reigned. The ship listed so quickly that lifeboats crashed into passengers crowded on deck or dumped their loads into the water. Most passengers never had a chance. Within 18 minutes the giant ship slipped beneath the sea. 1,119of the 1,924 aboard died. The dead included 114 Americans.

1. A German U-Boat is a:a. Submarineb. Tankc. Airplaned. Calvary

2. What ripped the inside of the ship apart?a. A torpedob. A second explosionc. An icebergd. Machine gun fire

3. “Listed” refers to:a. Lean to one sideb. Explosionc. To dockd. Sunk

Unit 9: The Zimmermann Telegram

World War I

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The Zimmermann Telegram was a coded telegram dispatched by the Foreign Secretary of the German Empire, Arthur Zimmermann, on January 16, 1917, to the German ambassador in the United States of America, Johann von Bernstorff, at the height of World War I. On January 19, Bernstorff, per Zimmermann's request, forwarded the Telegram to the German ambassador in Mexico, Heinrich von Eckardt. Zimmermann sent the Telegram in anticipation of the resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare by the German Empire on February 1, an act which German High Command feared would draw the neutral United States into war on the side of the Allies. The Telegram instructed Ambassador Eckardt that if the United States appeared likely to enter the war he was to approach the Mexican government with a proposal for military alliance. He was to offer Mexico material aid in the reclamation of territory lost during the Mexican-American War, specifically the American states of Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. Eckardt was also instructed to urge Mexico to help broker an alliance between Germany and Japan.

1. Resumption refers to:a. Continuationb. Inflationc. Decreased. Stagnation

2. The German Ambassador in Mexico was:a. Johann von Bernstorffb. Arthur Zimmermanc. Heinrich von Eckardtd. Otto von Bismark

3. As a result of the Zimmerman Telegram, Mexico could gain access to territory lost during the:

a. Revolutionary Warb. Civil Warc. World War Id. Mexican-American War

Unit 10: Chicago Treasury Agents

1234 National AvenueWashington, D.C. 20001

August 14, 1926

All Chicago Treasury Agents6789 Flapper Drive

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Chicago, IL 60601

Dear Agents:

Please be advised that Al Capone and his cronies have opened a new speakeasy in Chicago called the Flapper House. Capone is offering alcohol, gambling, and prostitution at his new location. We recently arrested Capone’s right-hand man, Big Nose Jones, and Big Nose has agreed to provide information to our agency regarding the Flapper House in exchange for immunity. Big Nose informed us that the password to receive entrance into the Flapper House is “Lucky 13.”

We will be conducting a raid on the Flapper House on Friday, August 21, at 10:00 p.m. We will bring sixteen, fully-armed agents to assist Agent Smith and me in the raid. Agent Smith will lead the raid by knocking on the front door and providing the password at precisely 10:00 p.m. If he is granted entrance, we will immediately follow him through the front door to begin arresting the Flapper House’s patrons and employees. If Capone changes the password and Agent Smith is denied entrance, we will regroup and barge through the service doors at exactly 10:20 p.m.

Good luck agents,

Agent Eliot Ness

1. Who is leading the raid?a. Agent Nessb. Agent Smithc. Big Nose Jonesd. Al Capone

2. What does the word immunity mean?a. a reduced sentenceb. the death penaltyc. a free lawyer if you can not afford oned. a guarantee of no punishment

3. Through what entrance will the agents go if Agent Smith cannot gain access to the main door?

a. front doorb. “Lucky 13”c. 10:20 p.m.d. service door

Unit 10: Hey Boys

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Hey Boys,

Look here, Eliot Ness and his goody-goody Treasury agents are planning to raid our joint next Friday. Big Nose is playing double-agent with the feds, and he gave them some bogus info about my new club. Big Nose told the feds that the password to get in is “Lucky 13.” Them feds sure are stupid! When has 13 ever been lucky?

Anyway, the feds are bringing some big guns with them next week. It sure would be a shame for them boys to bring all them guns and never get a chance to use them, so we’re going to be friendly neighbors and provide an opportunity for them boys to use their new toys. We will be staked out in the buildings adjacent the Flapper House. Joey and his crew will wait above the barber shop next door, and my guys will wait with me in the delicatessen on the other side. Freddy the Fish will be at the door inside the Flapper House waiting for the feds to come knocking. We’ll know it’s the feds because they will be the only ones who try to use Big Nose’s bogus password. That’s when the Fish will let the goody-goody agent inside and turn the lamp off.

That’s our signal! When the lamp goes off, we will let Ness and his jerks come running to the Flapper doors. I will fire the first shot, and then you boys let them have it! Don’t hold back boys; mow them down. We’ll send a message to all the ATF agents that we run this town. Capone is king in Chicago!

Al

1. How will Capone’s guys know when the federal agents have arrived at the Flapper House?

a. Al Capone will fire the first shotb. Freddy the Fish will open the door for the agentc. the federal agent will say “lucky 13”d. Freddy the Fish will turn the lamp off

2. Which word most closely represents adjacent as it is used in this passage?a. aboveb. belowc. behindd. beside

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3. Where will Joey’s crew be waiting?a. in the Flapper Houseb. over the barber shopc. in the delicatessend. in the alley behind a group of trash cans

Unit 11: American Farmers Program

Notice to American Farmers from President Roosevelt:I am writing to my fellow American farmers today to inform you of an idea that I believe will alleviate a great deal of your suffering. My vice president, John Garner, and I understand that millions of American farmers have fallen on hard times over the last six years. We also understand that your struggles are not your fault. We have learned through conversations with farmers just like you that the rising cost of equipment, the high price of seed, the low market price of produce, banks foreclosing on properties that families have farmed for generations, and, perhaps most devastating, the long drought have made it almost impossible for hard-working farmers to earn a modest living. These reasons have compelled my administration to work with Congress to initiate a new program in which we will pay some farmers to NOT farm their land.

Farmers who do farm their land will benefit because there will be less produce for sale at markets driving their prices up. Those farmers will earn more for their produce. The farmers who do not farm their land will not only earn money from the government, but they can find other productive ways to use their land.

1. Who will receive government funds under FDR’s new program?a. farmers who have farmed their land for generationsb. farmers who sell the most producec. farmers who grow the most cropsd. farmers who do not grow crops

2. What does the word alleviate mean?a. to make worseb. to relieve c. to lift something upd. to provide sympathy

3. Which was not a reason cited in the passage for farmers falling on hard times?a. banks foreclosing on property b. rising cost of equipmentc. rising fuel pricesd. the weather

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Unit 11: Letter to Olivia

Dear Olivia,I want you to know that I never intended for our life to turn out his way. I had a modest dream of marrying the prettiest girl I n town, raising a couple of healthy children, and enjoying warm sunsets on our front porch on summer nights. I truly relish our first few years of marriage when that dream was a reality. I smile every time I think of our wedding and the day Rose was born. She is such a beautiful girl, and you are a wonderful mother. We had done so well in the stock market, and I was enjoying those sunsets on our porch with the prettiest girl in town just like I dreamed. But, then it all came crashing down.

I tried to pull our savings out of the bank when the market crashed, but even the banks had no money. The banks locked their doors. That is most banks. The bank where we purchased our mortgage remained in business long enough to take our house away. I can no longer watch you and beautiful little Rose shiver in this cold apartment. I can no longer bear to sit at a dinner table where the sound of rumbling stomachs has replaced the clanking of forks on plates because I cannot afford to provide food for our family. I can no longer endure your hopeless cries at night. I realize I am not a real man; I know that real men provide for their families. I am no good to you or to Rose.

I have an interview at the hotel tomorrow. If I cannot secure employment there, I will not return home. I cannot endure the humiliation, and I do not deserve such a loving family. My absence will better serve you and Rose than my presence.

Frank

1. What is a mortgage?a. a small houseb. a loanc. a special interest rate on a savings accountd. a kind of savings bond

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2. On what condition does Frank’s return to his family hinge?a. whether or not they get their house backb. whether or not the stock market recoversc. whether or not they get heat in their apartmentd. whether or not he gets a job at the hotel

3. Frank implies how he lost his family’s money. How did he loses his family’s money?a. he purchased a house that was too bigb. he could not get a job at the hotelc. the stock market crashedd. he left his family

Unit 12 World War II

Press Release: The Dropping of the Atomic Bomb

Why We Dropped The Atomic Bomb!

The Japanese had demonstrated near-fanatical resistance, fighting to almost the last man on Pacific islands, committing mass suicide on Saipan and unleashing kamikaze attacks at Okinawa. Fire bombings had killed 100,000 in Tokyo with no discernible political effect. Only the atomic bomb could jolt Japan's leadership to surrender.

With only two bombs ready (and a third on the way by late August 1945) it was too risky to "waste" one in a demonstration over an unpopulated area.

An invasion of Japan would have caused casualties on both sides that could easily have exceeded the toll at Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

The two targeted cities would have been firebombed anyway. Immediate use of the bomb convinced the world of its horror and prevented future

use when nuclear stockpiles were much larger. The bomb's use impressed the Soviet Union and halted the war quickly enough

that the USSR did not demand joint occupation of Japan.

1. What adjective best describes a person on a kamikaze mission?a. Determinedb. Unmotivatedc. Carelessd. Irresponsible

2. According to the press release, what was the only way to convince the leaders of Japan to surrender?a. Place a naval blockade around Japan

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b. Declare Martial Lawc. Utilizing the atomic bombd. Hold a peace conference between the two sides

3. The use of the atomic bomb had an indirect effect on which country?a. Franceb. Great Britainc. Italyd. Russia

Unit 12: The Bombing of Pear Harbor

World War II

Press Release: The Bombing of Pearl Harbor!

The attack on Pearl Harbor was a surprise attack against the United States' naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii by the Japanese navy, on the morning of Sunday, December 7, 1941, resulting in the United States becoming involved in World War II. It was intended as a preventive action to remove the U.S. Pacific Fleet as a factor in the war Japan was about to wage against Britain, the Netherlands, and the United States. Two aerial attack waves, totaling 353 aircraft, launched from six Japanese aircraft carriers were used.

The attack wrecked two U.S. Navy battleships, one minelayer, and two destroyers beyond repair, and destroyed 188 aircraft. The personnel losses totaled 2,388 killed and 1,178 wounded. Damaged warships included three cruisers, a destroyer, and six battleships. Vital fuel storage, shipyard, maintenance, and headquarters facilities were not hit. Japanese losses were minimal, at 29 aircraft and five midget submarines, with 65 servicemen killed or wounded.

1. Preventive refers to:a. Precautionaryb. Decisivec. Insignificantd. Irrelevant

2. Pearl Harbor was a:a. Aircraft carrierb. Naval Basec. Army Based. Marine Headquarter

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3. As a result of the bombing, all of the following were damaged except;a. Battleshipsb. Destroyerc. Aircraftd. Nuclear Testing sites

Unit 13: Baby Sitting InstructionsFrom: Jan Smith (Housewife)To: Jenny Martin (Baby Sitter)Date: 1954Re: Instructions

Thank you for your baby sitting my children and taking care of my home today while I attend to my appointments. Please don't confuse our house with other houses. Most houses on our block look similar. Make sure my son Johnny fills out his information to apply for the GI bill. My husband will be home late and never prepares dinner. I always have a slipper and pipe ready for him upon his arrival. My daughter is going on a date tonight and will be home before curfew so need to worry. My daughter always reciprocates trust.

1) According to the passage, reciprocates references a meaning ofa. Demonstratesb. Warc. Lacksd. Conglomerates

2) Which of the following should Jan Smith’s son accomplish tonight?a. Homeworkb. Application of the GI Billc. Watch TVd. Make his Bed

3) According to the passage, what conclusion can you make about the type of housing found in this particular subdivision?

a. Houses look the sameb. Houses look completely differentc. Houses look somewhat different from each otherd. Equal number of houses and apartments in the area

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Unit 13: Unfair Representation

From: Sam HayesTo: CBS Executive, Jack HarperDate: December 31, 1959Re: Unfair Representation

Dear Mr. Harper,

I want to communicate my frustrations with your network’s programming. I do not feel it is an accurate representation of “The American Dream.” The image of the 1950s for many people is characterized by the TV sitcom "Happy Days." Clean cut, all-American boys and girls living life in the suburbs without a worry in the world. I live in Levittown, New York in a “cookie-cutter” house. It was arduous for me to get approved for a loan, and once I received my approval it has been a very rough transition to live as a minority in the suburbs of America. As a person with African heritage, I know I did not receive the same treatment during my real estate experience. I have traveled to the first McDonald’s Restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois. Illinois’ suburbs are practically the same as New York’s suburbs. I am asking that you follow through these actions. Analyze your current shows on CBS. Ask yourself if these shows are an accurate representation of the American people. Utilize ideas for television programs that would appeal to all American people, and not just white, middle-class citizens. I think this will help your station progress into the next decade. Thanks for your time and I anticipate seeing your program changes.

Sincerely,

Sam Hayes

1. What best describes the term arduous?a. Easyb. Difficultc. Helpfuld. Flexible

2. What is the first thing Hayes wants Harper to do?a. Show more episodes of “Happy Days”b. Give Hayes a jobc. Analyze the shows that airing currentlyd. Start a Reality show

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3. Where did Harper travel to eat at the first McDonald’s Restaurant?a. Des Plaines, Illinoisb. Levittown, New Yorkc. Los Angeles, Californiad. Midlothian, Illinois

Unit 13: Can I Have My Old Job Again?

From: Michael McDermott To: Sean Douglas – Jewel Store ManagerDate: November 18, 1952Re: Can I have my old job again?

Dear Mr. Douglas,

I would like to express to you my desire to work at Jewel. As you know, I have been away at war for years, and know I am home for good. I still have the characteristics of a good worker. Since my time away, I have noticed some differences in American society. I have seen an increase of consumerism. It seems like Americans are buying material goods, as a response toward the deficiency of the war time years since many people were deprived of many consumer goods and people also wanted to invest their money in something solid and stable after the uncertain war-time period. It almost seems like the more stuff you can buy, the happier you will be. Ideals and social norms sure seem to be changing. The biggest change must be with teenagers. A typical summer day is waking up and going to school or work, eating at the local McDonalds, buying goods at the mall, and socializing at the local drive-in theaters. Since more people are buying these days, I assumed you would need more people on staff to help speed up the lines at Jewel. Thanks for your time.

Sincerely,

Michael McDermott

1. Consumerism is thea. Invention of the automobileb. Buying of goodsc. Evolution of women’s rightsd. Foundation for the civil rights movement

2. According to the passage, the more goods people buya. The happier you became

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b. The sadder you becamec. Likely a job promotion would occurd. Decline in social status you obtained

3. One change for teenagers during the 1950s wasa. They did the majority of the shopping for familiesb. A higher drop-out rate from schoolc. A lower rate in pregnancies d. Socialized at drive-in restaurants and McDonalds

Unit 14: Brown vs. Board Of Education Of Topeka

Civil Rights

Press Release: Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka

Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka in 1954, was a landmark decision of the United States Supreme Court, which overturned earlier rulings going back to Plessy v. Ferguson in 1896, by declaring that state laws that established separate public schools for black and white students denied black children equal educational opportunities. Handed down on May 17, 1954, the Warren Court's unanimous (9-0) decision stated that "separate educational facilities are inherently unequal." As a result, de jure racial segregation was ruled a violation of the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution. This victory paved the way for integration and the civil rights movement.

1. Integration refers to:a. Differentiating b. Separationc. Mixingd. Addition

2. Prior to Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka;a. Black children were granted the same rights as whitesb. Black children did not receive equal education opportunitiesc. Black children were offered educational assistance from the federal govtd. Black children were offered educational opportunities as a result of

integration

3. Plessy v. Ferguson stated that:a. There would be separate schools for black and white studentsb. There would be funding provided to low income families for education

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c. Black and white students could attend schools togetherd. Black and white students should receive the same educational

opportunities

Unit 14: I Have A Dream

Civil Rights

To: PublicistFrom: Martin Luther King Jr.Re: Proofread material for upcoming speech

I Have A Dream

I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.

Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity.

But one hundred years later, the Negro still is not free. One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination. One hundred years later, the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty in the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity. One hundred years later, the Negro is still languished in the corners of American society and finds himself an exile in his own land. And so we've come here today to dramatize a shameful condition.

1. Withering refers to:a. Deteriorateb. Increasec. Magnetized. Expand

2. The Emancipation Proclamation:a. Placed restrictions on African slavesb. Increased taxationc. Offered former slaves a sign of hoped. Forced immigrants to abide by new principals

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3. According to King, the Negro:a. Is still struggling to assimilate into American Societyb. Has become influential in the American political systemc. Is now equal to whitesd. Has become more qualified for professional positions

Unit 15: Gulf of Tonkin Resolutions

New Frontier to Vietnam

To: PublicistFrom: President Lyndon B. JohnsonRe: Proofread for upcoming event

Gulf Of Tonkin Resolutions

This treaty with its accompanying protocol obligates the United States and other members to act in accordance with their constitutional processes to meet Communist aggression against any of the parties or protocol states.

Our policy in Southeast Asia has been consistent and unchanged since 1954. I summarized it on June 2 in four simple propositions:

1. America keeps her word. Here as elsewhere, we must and shall honor our commitments.2. The issue is the future of Southeast Asia as a whole. A threat to any nation in that region is a threat to all, and a threat to us.3. Our purpose is peace. We have no military, political, or territorial ambitions in the area.4. This is not just a jungle war, but a struggle for freedom on every front of human activity. Our military and economic assistance to South Vietnam and Laos in particular has the purpose of helping these countries to repel aggression and strengthen their independence.

1. Accordance refers to:a. Conflictb. Againstc. Agreementd. Difference

2. The U.S. policy in Southeast Asia has:a. Remained consistentb. Changed drasticallyc. Decreased slightly

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d. Diffused due to poor political choices3. According to President Johnson:

a. A threat to any nation Southeast Asia is a threat on the U.S.b. Issues in Southeast Asia do not affect the U.S.c. Political ties to Southeast Asia should diminishd. Economic assistant to Southeast Asia should decrease

Unit 15: Vietnam

New Frontier to Vietnam

Memo: Checklist for New Frontier ProgramFrom: John F. Kennedy Jr.

The New Frontier program will be created to:

1. Boost the economy. 2. To provide international aid.3. Provide for national defense.4. Boost the space program. 5. Control monopoly prices, in order to prevent consumers from being forced to pay more than a product is worth. 6. Focus on Civil Rights.7. Increase the minimum wage from $1.00 to $1.25 an hour.8. Creation of the Peace Corps. The Peace Corps will send teachers to poorer nations to help increase education levels and bolster their economies. 9. Creation of the Alliance for Progress, which will provide aid in health and education in Latin America.

1. Bolster refers to:a. Strengthenb. Weakenc. Decreased. Dominate

2. According to The New Frontier Program, minimum wage will:a. Increaseb. Decreasec. Remain the samed. Diminish

3. Which program was designed to assist health and education in Latin American nations?a. Alliance for Progress

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b. Peace Corpsc. Manhattan Projectd. Civil Right

Unit 16: Thanks Mr. Whitney

From: Hank ShawTo: Eli WhitneyDate: November 27, 1802Re: Thanks

Dear Mr. Whitney,

Thank you for brilliant invention. As a plantation owner in the south, I was able to produce as much as ten times of cotton per year thanks to your cotton gin. I feel the success of the Industrial revolution has made its way from Europe. My slaves are able to utilize your cotton gin and produce 50 pounds of cotton per day. I notice the people in the small town where I reside are all wearing cotton clothes because so much cotton is being produced. I would venture to say that cotton is becoming the South region’s number one export. The process to produce cotton is easy too. We take the cotton from the fields. We put the cotton through the cotton gin, where the seeds are removed automatically. We gather the rest of the seedless cotton, and I ship it off to the distributor. With the additional cotton that I know can export, I was able to earn extra money and afford a nicer tractor for my farm. Your cotton gin has revolutionized the industry.

Sincerely,

H. Shaw

1) What does revolutionized mean?a. Stayed the sameb. Decreased in sales for cottonc. Changed. Irrigation

2) After cotton is initially gathered from the field, where does it go?a. Mobile, Alabamab. The cotton ginc. To the distributord. Directly to the stores

3) As a result of the cotton gin, how many pounds of cotton could a slave produce?

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Unit 16: Goodyear Tires

To: Johnsville Milk CompanyFrom: Charles GoodyearDate: September 28, 1839Re: Contracting Goodyear Tires

To Whom It May Concern:

Please do me a favor, and apologize to your tires. The United States just endured one of the hottest summers in recent memory. I bet some of your tires might not have lasted through the summer due to the extreme heat. As the winter approaches, your tires have a high risk of freezing. This is one of the many problems with using rubber in its natural state. Good news, though. With the help of my business partner, Nathaniel Hayward, we have created a tire that will not melt in the summer and will not freeze in the winter. Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? This is how we formulate our tires. I mix liquid latex with sulfur before we let the sun heat it up. The heat allows the rubber to be in pliable form. I put this sulfur-rubber concoction onto a wood burning stove, and this produces the world’s first vulcanized rubber. Don’t be a fool and make this mistake again. Use Goodyear tires and don’t let the weather halt your next shipment.

Sincerely,Charles Goodyear

1. What best describes rubber in a pliable form?a. Meltedb. Stablec. Not useabled. Reduced

2. After the sun heats up the mixture, what does Goodyear do with his unfinished product?

a. Puts the tires onto the automobilesb. Adds sulfurc. Heats up mixture onto wood burning stove

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d. Freezes the mixture

3. What is the best method to formulate tires?a. Dip in heavy oil before useb. Use sulfurc. Mix liquid latex with sulfurd. Avoid cold weather at all times

Unit 17: Army BudgetsTo: United States Army CorporalsFrom: Ronald ReaganDate: May 4th, 1981Re: Budgets

Dear members of the United States Army:

Let me take this opportunity to extend my thanks for all you do. I feel that the armed services are not financially supported enough. It is my plan to double the defense budget in the next three years in order to show my support. Former leaders have had a difficult time articulating their gratitude to the armed forces. Therefore, I want to clearly tell you my intentions. Please inform your sergeants that the United States is at an increased risk of missile attacks. We are going to have a meeting regarding the new Strategic Defense Initiatitive. In order for this program to be successful it is important you receive feedback from all members of your staff.

Thank you in advance for your help,

Ronald Reagan

What does it mean to articulate?a. Take military actionsb. Clearly explainc. To confused. To stop assistance

What is the best way for the president to get feedback on the Strategic Defense Initiative?a. Ask the tax payers their opinionb. Have the corporals speak to leaders of the marinesc. Conduct meetings with the sergeants and their staffd. Conduct a popular vote

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What is the primary goal of the Strategic Defense Initiative?a. To remove guns from the streetsb. To help increase funding for military tanksc. To protect against potential missile attackd. To increase the amount of police officers

Unit 17: Conservative Party LeadersTo: Ronald ReaganFrom: Coalition of Conservative Party LeadersRe: Instructions

Dear Mr. Reagan,

Please consider the following advice when organizing your presidential campaign. America is in a state of crisis. We need to get back to a conservative state of mind in this country. The epicenter of my campaign is based on the following four principals. We need to shrink the federal government and lower spending. Traditional myths and values also need to be promoted. Business needs to be stimulated by reducing government regulations and lowering taxes. The national defense also needs to be strengthened. Please consult this list and choose one principal you feel the strongest about. We would like the opportunity to meet with you before you officially start your campaign.

Regards,Coalition of Conservative Party Leaders

1. What statement best describes an epicenter?a. Conducting a poll with other politiciansb. Identifying core principalsc. Taking a neutral stanced. Machine politics

2. According to the memo, how should Ronald Reagan begin his campaign?a. Consult with his Vice President nominee firstb. Consider the principals of the last presidencyc. Meet with the Coalition of Conservative Party Leadersd. Hire a variety of speech writers

3. How can business be stimulated?a. Reduce government regulations

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b. Lower taxesc. Shrink the federal governmentd. All of the above

Unit 18: Eviction NoticeTo: Mayor DaleyFrom: H and G Developments. Re: Eviction NoticeDate: December, 8th 1990

Dear Mayor Daley,

I am asking for police support when I need to deliver eviction notices to 10 apartment buildings on the block of South Wabash. I understand you denied my first request for police support and felt it necessary to explain my point of view. We no longer live in a world of urban flight. The cities are becoming more popular. Property values in Chicago are low and I feel my investment in rehabbing the apartment buildings will help the city of Chicago receive higher tax benefits. I do feel bad that the tenants will lose their homes but it is necessary for me to raise the rent once the project is completed. You might want to consider finding alternative homes for those affected. Many upper class suburban dwellers moving to the city will also boost the economy as well. Gentrification is occurring and I respectfully ask you help me in the process by providing police support when eviction notices are implemented.

Sincerely,

H and G Developments

1. What best defines the concept of gentrification?a. Creating social services for the unemployedb. An increase of suburban dwellers moving to the cityc. Beautifying the park systemsd. Providing increased police presence.

2. What way can the Mayor best serve H and G Developments?a. Increase tax revenueb. Provide police supportc. Increase property valued. Increase parking meters

3. What is urban flight?

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a. A cheap transportation serviceb. Leaving the city for the suburbsc. Tax breaksd. Rehabilitation of buildings.

Unit 18: Telecommunication Act

To: ABC and Walt DisneyFrom: CongressRe: Telecommunication ActDate: February 6th 1996

Please be advised that legislation has been passed and the 19 billion dollar merger is approved. The approval does come with certain conditions. The Disney Corporation must either sell its newspaper or radio station in Fort Worth Texas and in Detroit Michigan. Please be advised that a trend may occur toward concentrating media influence in the hands of a few but small companies or conglomerates. It is our hope that this law will make it possible for local telephone companies and cable television companies to compete in providing telephone and cable services.

1. What is a conglomerate?a. A family businessb. A network of smaller businessesc. A tax shelterd. Communication stock

2. What does Disney and ABC need to do in order to make the merger officiala. Clear the deal through the lawyersb. Sell of some of their radio stations and newspapersc. Create a consumer committeed. Pay a penalty to the Trade Commission

3. What was a major intention of the Telecommunication Act?a. Increase cable channelsb. Decrease prices for the consumerc. Eliminate competitiond. Create the internet

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