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Which U.S. President initiated the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
Andrew Jackson
James Monroe
Correct answer is B
Thomas Jefferson commissioned the Lewis and Clark Expedition to explore the Louisiana Territory.
What was the primary goal of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Abolish slavery
Prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
End the Great Depression
Provide equal voting rights
End segregation in schools
Correct answer is B
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibited discrimination in various aspects of public life.
Which U.S. President is known for the Watergate scandal?
Lyndon B. Johnson
Richard Nixon
Gerald Ford
Jimmy Carter
Ronald Reagan
Correct answer is B
Richard Nixon resigned from office due to the Watergate scandal.
What year did the Great Depression begin?
1925
1927
1929
1931
1933
Correct answer is C
The Great Depression began in 1929 following the stock market crash.
What was the main purpose of the Homestead Act of 1862?
Encourage westward expansion by granting land
Build railroads
End slavery
Fund public schools
Expand military bases
Correct answer is A
The Homestead Act provided land to settlers to promote westward expansion.