America in the Bush Years

Question 1

Which of the following best reflects President Bush’s views on taxes?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

He believed they should be cut as a matter of fairness and good economic policy.

Question 2

Which of the following are criticisms of NCLB?Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It did not include enough federal funding.; It would encourage schools to focus too much on testing.; It would encourage schools to neglect other parts of their curricula.

Question 3

Which of the following best summarizes the fate of President Bush’s proposals on immigration?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

His approach faced objection from all sides and could not garner enough support for passage.

Question 4

Which of the following is among the reasons that people have praised NCLB?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Performance of minority groups has increased.

Question 5

The photo at right shows people traveling to seek shelter in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina.What does it indicate about the state of New Orleans after the storm?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The evacuation was unorganized and chaotic.

Question 6

Choose the right word to complete the sentence.A general economic slowdown is called a .

Revolt · Accepted Answer

recession

Question 7

What was one of the main roots of the recession that began in 2008?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

bad loans made in the housing market

America in the Bush Years Answers

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