Which statement best describes why the U.S. Senate opposed joining this organization?
It would have limited the territorial expansion of the United States.
It would have reduced the ability of the United States to fulfill trade agreements.
It would have prevented the military from defending U.S. territories.
It would have limited the ability of the United States to establish independent foreign policy.
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Which goal of the United States was advanced by the actions on the list?
establishing an industrial workforce
gaining advantages over industrial competitors
securing territories in strategic positions
increasing government revenue through tariffs
What was the primary purpose of the Federal Reserve Act of 1913?
to offer bank loans to successful businesses
to establish stability in the financial system
to provide retired workers with pensions
to allow banks to print paper money
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Based on these events, what was the most likely purpose of passing the Federal Reserve Act of 1913?
to limit private investment opportunities
to promote financial stability
to reduce competition among states
to support stock speculation
The United States experienced severe financial crises in 1873, 1893, and 1907. The billionaire banker J.P. Morgan helped the U.S. Treasury to stabilize the economy in 1893 and 1907. What action did the U.S. government take in reaction to these financial crises?
It passed the Federal Reserve Act of 1913.
It introduced legislation to help the unemployed.
It made J.P. Morgan the Secretary of the Treasury.
It reduced regulations to give financial markets more freedom.
Which phrase best explains the result of women working during World War I?
Support for suffrage increased.
Labor unions accepted female membership.
Conservation of resources increased.
Females experienced a decline in wages.
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