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The baby boom generation is significant because it was

A
the generation born after the invention of computers.
B
a young generation entering the US workforce.
C
the largest generation born in US history.
D
a generation that required little government help.
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Because of the baby boom, senior citizens make up

A
a smaller share of US immigrants than ever before.
B
a larger share of the population than ever before.
C
a smaller share of the population than ever before.
D
a larger share of US immigrants than ever before.
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By 2010, three out of four Americans

A
were older than 65.
B
were immigrants.
C
lived in the Sun Belt.
D
lived in urban areas.
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Immigration changes the US population by making it

A
more diverse.
B
wealthier.
C
older.
D
more rural.
5

The “baby boom” was an increase in the birthrate that occurred after

A
the 1980s.
B
the new millennium.
C
World War II.
D
the 1960s.
6

Which statement best describes illegal immigration to the United States today?

A
The number of undocumented immigrants in the US is very small.
B
People cannot agree on how to treat undocumented immigrants.
C
US officials want more funding to increase illegal immigration.
D
The United States has completely stopped illegal immigration.
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Which statement accurately describes the US population estimate for 2050?

A
The majority group population will become even larger.
B
The minority group population will become even smaller.
C
The minority group population will be equal to the majority group population.
D
The majority group population will be less than the minority group population.
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The oldest members of the baby boom generation have begun relying on Medicare for

A
disability pay.
B
retirement income.
C
affordable mortgages.
D
health insurance.
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Which trend contributes to the long-term impact of the US baby boom?

A
rising life expectancy
B
rising retirement age
C
rising birth rates
D
rising immigration rates
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Which factor drew many Americans to the suburbs?

A
diverse culture
B
warm weather
C
public transportation
D
affordable homes

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