Period 7: 1890–1945

Explain the context in which America grew into its role as a world power.

Explain the similarities and differences in attitudes about the nation’s proper role in the world.

Explain the effects of the Spanish–American War.

Compare the goals and effects of the Progressive reform movement.

Compare attitudes toward the use of natural resources from 1890 to 1945.

Explain the causes and consequences of U.S. involvement in World War I.

Explain the causes and effects of international and internal migration patterns over time.

Explain the causes and effects of the innovations in communication and technology in the United States over time.

Explain the causes and effects of international and internal migration patterns over time.

Explain the causes and effects of developments in popular culture in the United States over time.

Explain the causes of the Great Depression and its effects on the economy.

Explain how the Great Depression and the New Deal impacted American political, social, and economic life over time.

Explain the similarities and differences in attitudes about the nation’s proper role in the world.

Explain how and why U.S. participation in World War II transformed American society

Explain the causes and effects of the victory of the United States and its allies over the Axis powers.

Explain the consequences of U.S. involvement in World War II.

Compare the relative significance of the major events of the first half of the 20th century in shaping American identity.