Transcript Week 39: May 30

Week 39: May 31-June 3, 2016
End of the Cold War & Contemporary
America
(Ch. 25-26, 56-60)
Why are we here this week?
Students will complete the Unit V: End of the Cold War &
Contemporary America assignments (5 words essential notes, in-class
video notes, & concept-specific research project)
There are 8 useful (academic) days left!
 YES, there is a SLIGHT extension
granted to all hardworking students!
IF you display FOUR (4) properly completed notes for the 9/11/01-->Tiananmen Square concepts in
your Unit V packet (as directed by TODAY, 5/31), you are hereby granted ONE MORE DAY to finish
the "5th word."
The final "word" is expected to be a summary statement or sentence encapsulating the hints, clues,
& facts listed on the 4 LINES. You are expected to personalize and write your own "5th" note in the
blank space beneath the 4 facts.
The "5 WORD" notes on the Unit V essential concepts is worth 50 MINOR points.
I hope you worked hard to meet today's soft "deadline," and thank you for your understanding and
patience as I continue to recover from my illness. My "opinion" is that everyone had one full
calendar week to do this WORK!!!
Once the MASSIVE work is done, use laser-like precision to complete the SPECIFIC concept research
project by Friday, June 3rd.
Please let me know if I can be of any assistance as we prepare to move forward beyond our
relationship forged in U.S. History II this year!
Sincere thanks for your efforts,
Mr. Robinson
Your packet has ALL CONCEPTS…LAST HW of the year!!!
Use BOTH textbooks, www.history.com, documentary
videos, class exhibits, and any other reliable source of
information to RECORD “5 WORDS” (4 hints, plus ONE*)
for the ESSENTIALS of Unit V.
*Write 4 specific “facts” or related words and ONE KEY
PHRASE or SENTENCE summarizing the concept.
End of the Cold War & Contemporary America
ideological victory
lone superpower
domestic challenges
international threats
AMERICAN IDEALS FOREVER!!!
EVERYONE gets a specific CONCEPT for research &
display…LAST PROJECT of the year!!!
Unit V CONCEPT research project
The Americans: Chapters 25 & 26, plus Issues for 21st Century (p. 828-921)
History Alive! Chapters 55-60 (p. 695-795)
Each student will be assigned to RESEARCH an essential CONCEPT (person, event, term, etc.).
After reading, visiting websites, and THINKING about the assigned concept…
Each student will DISPLAY relevant images (clip art, drawings, graphs, etc.) & limited text on
the front (3-5 words max.) of a “flip-up, word wall tile-like” product (full sheet of paper)…
…that includes (INSIDE) additional pictures (1-3+), at least 3 specific historical details from
each source:
www.history.com (and/or other reliable on-line sources)…
The Americans (plus chapter & page #s)…
History Alive! (plus chapter & page #s).
Finally, each student will summarize the RELEVANCE of the concept as it pertains to Unit V:
End of the Cold War & Contemporary America…
…plus WHY others should care to know & understand this term TODAY.
Unit V: End of the Cold War & Contemporary America
The Americans
Ch. 25 & 26
History Alive!
Ch. ~54-60
Unit V: End of the Cold War and
Contemporary America
U.S. Politics 1980-2000
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Global Economic Issues
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Global Science & Technology Issues
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Remembering September 11th
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Terrorism and the U.S.
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A History of Terrorism
The Cold War
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history.com
The Americans
Reagan challenged the Soviets in • Gorbachev (1985-1991) was
a speech at the Brandenburg
a “skilled diplomat & political
Gate in Berlin (1987): "Mr.
leader” who introduced
Gorbachev, tear down this wall."
“glasnost” (openness) &
The Berlin Wall–”the most
“perestroika” (restructuring)
visible symbol of the decadesto the USSR. (Ch. 25, p. 849)
long Cold War”–was finally
taken down, beginning on
• Beginning in December of
November 9, 1989.
1991, the Soviet Union was
The “reunification of East and
“dissolved after 74 years.”
West Germany was made official
(Ch. 25, p. 849)
on October 3, 1990,” about a
year after the fall of the Berlin
• America’s future after the
Wall.
Cold War involved confusion
The 9/11 attacks resulted in
over “US intervention
“extensive death and
oversees” and the
destruction,” which led to U.S.
“globalization of the
efforts to fight terrorism, a
economy.”
hallmark of the presidency of
(Ch. 26, p. 863)
George W. Bush.
History Alive!
• Reagan called the Soviet
Union an “evil empire.”
(Ch. 57, p. 744)
• After the Cold War ended
with the collapse of the
Soviet Union in 1991, new
freedom emerged, but “many
difficult questions about the
future” also arose.
(Ch. 59, p. 770)
• Efforts to build “stable
democracies” in the
contemporary world (e.g.
Iraq, Afghanistan) are
difficult.
(Ch. 59, p. 783)
What is the historical significance of the end of the Cold War and the start of
“Contemporary America?”
The “End of the Cold War” represents a very noteworthy closure of a multi-decade ideological war fought between
two superpowers (USA & USSR) for much of the 20th century. Since the closing months of World War II up until the
final decade of the last century (1945-1991), tensions between the US and its democratic allies of the Western
world and the communist Soviets and their comrades in the Eastern hemisphere were brewing. War between the
democratic and communist powers did come to a costly and bloody boil at times in places like Korea (1950-1953)
and Vietnam (1965-1973), but for the most part the Cold War was more about competing ways of life. The United
States was founded on capitalist and democratic principles (1776-1787present), whereas the Soviet Union was
based on Marxist-Leninist philosophy (commonly referred to as “communism”). In practice for most of its history,
the USSR functioned mainly as a totalitarian dictatorship (1917-1991). One nation was founded upon noble and
ancient ideals dating back to Greco-Roman times (equality, rights, liberty, opportunity, and democracy), and the
other was predicated on idealistic philosophical and social thoughts that proved to be (historically) impractical or
even impossible. The end of the Cold War (1991) was a major ideological victory for the United States of America
and the free world.
Why should everyone want to know & understand the challenges and
opportunities facing Contemporary America today?
Social Studies is perhaps one of the most essential disciplines for success in the post-modern world (21st century).
A solid understanding of past and present US actions and policies can help Americans better appreciate our present
status as a strong, democratic, and prosperous nation. Also, it is critically important that US citizens continue to
participate in civic and worldly affairs in ways that will shape and guide our country forward in the increasingly
globalized and interconnected world of the 21st century. If we are to continue to be a beacon of hope and freedom
for all the world, while overcoming various challenges and threats to our way of life, then we must strive to
understand the past and present so that our shared future will include increased opportunities for all mankind to
enjoy the blessings of our American ideals (equality, rights, liberty, opportunity, and democracy).
1. What factors led to the rise of conservatism?
2. What policy changes did Reagan make?
3. What issues arose during the 1980s?
4. How did foreign changes present new challenges
for the United States?
1. What factors led to the rise of conservatism? 2. What policy changes did Reagan make?
Americans turned to conservatism
because they were unhappy with
inflation, high taxes, government
regulation, and benefit programs.
Some saw a decline in morality.
Reagan cut deeply into domestic
programs, cut taxes, increased defense
spending, appointed conservatives to
the Supreme Court, and reduced
government regulation.
3. What issues arose during the 1980s?
During the 1980s, Americans became
concerned with AIDS, gay rights,
abortion, drug abuse, education, and
urban problems.
4. How did foreign changes present new
challenges for the United States?
The fall of communism and breakup
of the Soviet Union left U.S. foreign
policy looking for a new direction.
1. How would you characterize
relations between President
Clinton and Congress?
2. What trends shaped the new
U.S. economy?
3. How have recent technological
advances changed modern life?
4. What population changes
raised issues for Americans as
they entered the 21st century?
The 1990s and the New Millennium
MAIN IDEA The Democrats gained control of the White
House by moving their party's platform toward the political
center.
1. How would you characterize relations
between President Clinton and Congress?
Relations between Clinton and Congress
had been rocky. They clashed over healthcare reform and budget cuts although
they did cooperate on NAFTA, welfare
reform, and a modest health-insurance
reform. However, scandal involving a
White House intern resulted in Clinton’s
impeachment.
2. What trends shaped the new U.S. economy?
The new U.S. economy was characterized
by increasing numbers of workers in service
industries and fewer manufacturing jobs. More
families included two wage earners, and many
workers could find only temporary work. Many
corporations cut their work forces in a move
called downsizing. High-tech industries took off.
The economy was more closely linked to
economies around the world than every before.
The Changing Face of America
MAIN IDEA At the end of the 20th century, the U.S.
population grew more diverse both in ethnic
background and in age.
3. How have recent technological advances
changed modern life?
New medical technologies made
information easier to obtain and provided
new treatments and new diagnostic tools.
Genetic engineering brought about improved
products or eliminated disease. New
technologies created new entertainment
media and, with computers, enhanced
education. Air bags made autos safer.
4. What population changes raised issues
for Americans as they entered the 21st
century?
The growth of suburbs, the aging of
the large number of baby boomers,
and the growing number of immigrants
were all issues that Americans
had to address.
1. What factors led to the rise of conservatism?
Americans turned to conservatism
because they were unhappy with
inflation, high taxes, government
regulation, and benefit programs.
Some saw a decline in morality.
2. What policy changes did Reagan make?
Reagan cut deeply into domestic
programs, cut taxes, increased defense
spending, appointed conservatives to
the Supreme Court, and reduced
government regulation.
3. What issues arose during the 1980s?
During the 1980s, Americans became
concerned with AIDS, gay rights,
abortion, drug abuse, education, and
urban problems.
Chapter 56: A Shift to the Right under Reagan
Was the Reagan Revolution good for the nation?
In the 1980s, Ronald Reagan’s political skills and conservative support won him two terms in
office. During his presidency, the economy revived, but the federal budget deficit soared. Reagan
approached serious social problems, such as the HIV/AIDS crisis, rising drug abuse, and illegal
immigration, in ways that reflected his conservative ideals.
• Reagan Revolution Reagan helped spark a conservative revolution in American politics. He
worked to shrink government, promote free enterprise, and reduce social programs.
• The New Right Reagan’s strongest support came from the New Right, a movement of
conservative activists and organizations. This movement included evangelical Christian organizations
like the Moral Majority.
• Social and Supply-side economics Reagan’s economic plan was based on supply-side economics.
He cut taxes to stimulate business activity, arguing that this would boost the economy and produce jobs.
Tax cuts and increased defense spending, however, led to large budget deficits and a huge national debt.
•
environmental issues Reagan called for reducing regulations on business and the environment.
He also cut spending on social services. Critics claimed that pollution and social problems increased as
a result. Jesse Jackson formed the National Rainbow Coalition to support equal rights and challenge
Reagan’s social policies.
• A conservative Court The Supreme Court moved to the right under Reagan. This shift was
evident in such cases as New Jersey v. T.L.O., which limited privacy rights for students.
4. How did foreign changes present new
challenges for the United States?
The fall of communism and breakup
of the Soviet Union left U.S. foreign
policy looking for a new direction.
Chapter 57: Ending the Cold War
Were the effects of President Reagan’s foreign policy actions
mostly positive or mostly negative?
Reagan’s foreign policy emphasized anticommunism and support for democracy and freedom. His efforts
to undermine Soviet power, along with changes in the Soviet Union itself, helped end the Cold War.
Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) Reagan increased military spending to counter the Soviet threat. One
program, the Strategic Defense Initiative, was designed to create a “missile shield” to defend the United States
from nuclear attack.
Reagan Doctrine The president backed anticommunist movements around the world as part of the Reagan
Doctrine. He gave aid to rebels like the Contras, who were fighting to overthrow the Sandinista government of
Nicaragua.
Middle Eastern policy Reagan sent U.S. peacekeeping forces to Lebanon. These troops helped secure the
withdrawal of the Palestine Liberation Organization. But terrorist attacks later forced Reagan to pull the soldiers
out.
Iran-Contra Affair The Reagan administration faced a scandal over arms sales to Iran and the diversion of
funds to the Contras. Several top officials were convicted of illegal actions in the Iran-Contra Affair.
Nuclear freeze movement Rising tensions with the Soviet Union increased fears of nuclear war. The nuclear
freeze movement called for an end to the spread of nuclear weapons.
Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev signed the
Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, reducing nuclear missiles in Europe. U.S. pressure, along with
economic and political problems at home, eventually caused the collapse of the Soviet Union and the end of the
Cold War.
The 1990s and the New Millennium
MAIN IDEA The Democrats gained control of the
White House by moving their party's platform toward
the political
center.
1. How would you characterize relations
between President Clinton and Congress?
Relations between Clinton and Congress
had been rocky. They clashed over healthcare reform and budget cuts although
they did cooperate on NAFTA, welfare
reform, and a modest health-insurance
reform. However, scandal involving a
White House intern resulted in Clinton’s
impeachment.
2. What trends shaped the new U.S. economy?
The new U.S. economy was characterized
by increasing numbers of workers in service
industries and fewer manufacturing jobs. More
families included two wage earners, and many
workers could find only temporary work. Many
corporations cut their work forces in a move
called downsizing. High-tech industries took off.
The economy was more closely linked to
economies around the world than every before.
3. How have recent technological advances
changed modern life?
New medical technologies made
information easier to obtain and provided
new treatments and new diagnostic tools.
Genetic engineering brought about improved
products or eliminated disease. New
technologies created new entertainment
media and, with computers, enhanced
education. Air bags made autos safer.
The Changing Face of America
MAIN IDEA At the end of the 20th century, the
U.S. population grew more diverse both in ethnic
background and in age.
4. What population changes raised issues for
Americans as they entered the 21st century?
The growth of suburbs, the aging of
the large number of baby boomers,
and the growing number of immigrants
were all issues that Americans
had to address.
Chapter 58: U.S. Domestic Politics at the Turn of the 21st Century
To what extent did George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush
fulfill their domestic policy goals?
Democratic president Bill Clinton and Republican Presidents George H. W. Bush and
George W. Bush struggled to meet their domestic policy goals.
George H. W. Bush In 1988, Bush appealed to Reagan Republicans with his campaign
pledges to expand the economy, not raise taxes, and create a “kinder, gentler” America. After a
costly bailout of the savings and loans crisis, he broke the no-taxes pledge in an effort to
balance the federal budget.
Bill Clinton As a moderate New Democrat, Clinton breathed new life into the Democratic
coalition. One of his main legacies is welfare reform. Clinton failed to enact universal health
care, however. In his second term, Clinton was impeached but not removed from office.
Contract with America In the 1994 midterm elections, Republicans won control of Congress
with their 10-point Contract with America.
Bush v. Gore In the 2000 election, Al Gore led George W. Bush in the popular vote by a very
thin margin. The Supreme Court decided the outcome, denying Gore’s demand for a recount in
Florida.
George W. Bush As a candidate, Bush reached out to moderates with his compassionate
conservatism. One of his main legacies is education reform. However, Bush failed to reform
the Social Security system.
Chapter 59: U.S. Foreign Policy in the Post-Cold War Era
How well did the U.S. foreign policy decisions meet the challenges of the post-Cold War era?
The end of the Cold War brought hopes for a new era of peace and cooperation in the world.
Nevertheless, the United States faced many challenges in the post–Cold War era.
New relations and alliances The collapse of the Soviet Union led the United States to build new relations
with Russia and the other former Soviet republics. Several of the republics joined NATO and the newly formed
European Union.
Confronting dictators The United States worked to oust an aggressive dictator in Panama. In the Persian Gulf
War, it fought alongside other nations to force Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein out of Kuwait.
Ethnic cleansing and genocide Ethnic conflicts in various countries prompted mixed responses from the
United States. In the former Yugoslavia, the United States backed NATO military actions against ethnic
cleansing. However, it failed to stop genocide in Rwanda.
Humanitarian aid The United States offered humanitarian aid to ease suffering in Somalia and North Korea,
but with mixed results. The HIV/AIDS crisis in Africa prompted concern but little action.
NAFTA and the WTO U.S. presidents promoted free trade as part of a growing trend toward globalization.
The North American Free Trade Agreement linked Mexico, Canada, and the United States. The World Trade
Organization represented a more global effort.
Fighting a war on terrorism The al Qaeda terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, prompted the United
States to declare a war on terrorism. It invaded Afghanistan to oust the Taliban regime. Then it moved to Iraq to
topple Saddam Hussein. However, efforts to build stable democracies in these countries proved difficult.
Chapter 60: 9/11 and Its Aftermath: Debating America’s Founding Ideals
What debates have arisen since 9/11 about how to balance security while preserving
American ideals?
The attacks of 9/11 left Americans with a new sense of vulnerability. President Bush declared war on
terrorism—at home and abroad. The conduct of that war once again raised the challenge of balancing
our founding ideals with our desire for security.
Equality After 9/11, Americans debated these questions: Should all airline passengers be treated equally? Or
should those fitting the profile of the 9/11 terrorists face special scrutiny? The nation chose equality over racial
profiling, but racial profiling persists.
Opportunity In an effort to secure the nation’s borders, Congress struggled to preserve the United States as a
land of opportunity while tightening visa requirements and border control to keep terrorists out.
Liberty Congress created the Department of Homeland Security to defend the country and protect our free way
of life by better coordinating various government security agencies. Critics worried that the DHS was not as
effective as it should be. They raised questions about what factors influence decision making within the
department.
Rights Congress enacted the Patriot Act after 9/11 to help government agencies track down terrorists. The act
sparked a long debate over what some saw as assaults on privacy rights.
Democracy Bush’s policies toward unlawful enemy combatants raised questions about presidential power in a
democracy. In Hamdan v. Rumsfeld, the Supreme Court ruled that the president had overstepped his powers in
creating military commissions without consulting Congress.
Top 10 Defining Moments of the 1980s
What were the Top 10 things we learned?
10.
9.
8.
What do we expect to see & hear about?
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6.
5.
4.
3.
2.
1.
LIST questions/comments about events!
Top 10 Defining Moments of the 1990s
What were the Top 10 things we learned?
10.
9.
8.
What do we expect to see & hear about?
7.
6.
5.
4.
3.
2.
1.
LIST questions/comments about events!
Top 10 Defining Moments of the 2000s
What were the Top 10 things we learned?
10.
9.
8.
What do we expect to see & hear about?
7.
6.
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4.
3.
2.
1.
LIST questions/comments about events!
End of the Cold War and Contemporary America
Enduring Understandings
Some people suffer and some people benefit when the
ECONOMY changes.
YOMCONE
Conflict occurs when people perceive that TRADITIONAL
values and culture are threatened by MODERN changes
DARTITIOLAN
DOMERN
Liberals and Conservatives have DIFFERENT beliefs about
individual responsibility and the proper ROLE of the
government.
FITFEREND
OLER
The rise and fall of governments around the world impact U.S.
FOREIGN POLICY.
GORFEIN
COLIPY
End of the Cold War and Contemporary America
Pretest
-Complete the following statements in PENCIL using your prior knowledge.
1. In terms of political parties, Nixon, Ford, Reagan, and both Bush presidents were
while Carter, Clinton and Obama are
2. Which president unsuccessfully tried to “WHIP” the economy into shape after pardoning a scandalous president?
.
3. Which one-term president tried to restore honor to the presidency after the confusion of Watergate, only to get
bogged down with a hostage situation in the Middle East?
4. Through détente', which president successfully improved the relationship between the US and communists in China
and the USSR?
5. What president built up America’s military and said, “We are too great a nation to limit ourselves to small dreams?”
6. What related presidents were involved in wars in the Persian Gulf region?
7. What two-term president defeated Reagan’s Vice President in a bid for reelection and presided over America in a time of a prosperous economy, while
steering changes in rights for working families & welfare reform?
8. The economic term referring to a rapid rise in prices where the dollar is worth less is called
9. When business slows down, people buy less, and unemployment is high is known as a
10. A period of high unemployment and high inflation is called
11. The three events of the late 1980s and early 1990s that exemplified the rebellion against communism were the
of the
in 1989, and the break up of the
in 1991, and the
protest in China.
12. What is the greatest international threat to America in the post-Cold War era?
13. Name at least one factor that led to the rise of conservatism in America in the 1980s.
End of the Cold War and Contemporary America
-Complete the following statements in PENCIL using your prior knowledge.
1. In terms of political parties, Nixon, Ford, Reagan, and both Bush presidents were
while Carter, Clinton and Obama are
.
2. Which president unsuccessfully tried to “WHIP” the economy into shape after pardoning a scandalous president?
3. Which one-term president tried to restore honor to the presidency after the confusion of Watergate, only to get
bogged down with a hostage situation in the Middle East?
4. Through détente', which president successfully improved the relationship between the US and communists in China
and the USSR?
5. What president built up America’s military and said, “We are too great a nation to limit ourselves to small dreams?”
6. What related presidents were involved in wars in the Persian Gulf region?
7. What two-term president defeated Reagan’s Vice President in a bid for reelection and presided over America in a time of a prosperous
economy, while steering changes in rights for working families & welfare reform?
End of the Cold War and Contemporary America
-Complete the following statements in PENCIL using your prior knowledge.
1. In terms of political parties, Nixon, Ford, Reagan, and both Bush presidents were
Democrats
while Carter, Clinton and Obama are
Republicans
.
2. Which president unsuccessfully tried to “WHIP” the economy into shape after pardoning a scandalous president?
Ford
3. Which one-term president tried to restore honor to the presidency after the confusion of Watergate, only to get
bogged down with a hostage situation in the Middle East?
Carter
4. Through détente', which president successfully improved the relationship between the US and communists in China
Nixon
and the USSR?
5. What president built up America’s military and said, “We are too great a nation to limit ourselves to small dreams?”
Reagan
6. What related presidents were involved in wars in the Persian Gulf region?
Bush: H.W-Persian Gulf; W.-Iraq War)
7. What two-term president defeated Reagan’s Vice President in a bid for reelection and presided over America in a time
of a prosperous economy, while steering changes in rights for working families & welfare reform?
Clinton
End of the Cold War and Contemporary America
8. The economic term referring to a rapid rise in prices where the dollar is worth less is called
9.
When business slows down, people buy less, and unemployment is high is known as a
10. A period of high unemployment and high inflation is called
11. The three events of the late 1980s and early 1990s that exemplified the rebellion against
communism were the
of the
in 1989, and
the break up of the
in 1991, and the
protest in China.
12.
What is the greatest international threat to America in the post-Cold War era?
13. Name at least one factor that led to the rise of conservatism in America in the 1980s.
14. Describe the trends & changes of the new US economy.
15. Name at least one change in the US population that presents an issue/challenge for our nation.
End of the Cold War and Contemporary America
8. The economic term referring to a rapid rise in prices where the dollar is worth less is called
inflation
9. When business slows down, people buy less, and unemployment is high is known as a
recession
10. A period of high unemployment and high inflation is called
stagflation
11. The three events of the late 1980s and early 1990s that exemplified the rebellion against
communism were the
of the
in 1989, and
fall
Berlin Wall
the break up of the
in 1991, and the
Soviet Union
Tiananmen Square protest in China.
12.
What is the greatest international threat to America in the post-Cold War era?
terrorism
13. Name at least one factor that led to the rise of conservatism in America in the 1980s.
Liberal policies & court cases, “New Left,” international events (Iran Hostage Crisis) weakened U.S. position
14. Describe the trends & changes of the new US economy.
Technology & service-based industries, NOT agrarian or manufacturing sectors, are thriving
15. Name at least one change in the US population that presents an issue/challenge for our nation.
Immigration, drugs, crime, education, unemployment, ETC
Unit V: End of the Cold War &
Contemporary America
p.
727-728
During this era, Americans battled over the role of the federal
government within the United States and in the world. At home,
liberals
and
conservatives
argued over
different approaches to issues ranging from welfare to health care.
Abroad, the Soviet Union collapsed
and the Cold War ended
amid much celebration. Hopes for a more peaceful
world were
shattered on September 11, 2001, when
al Qaeda attacked U.S.
targets. As fears of future attacks mounted, Americans asked
themselves, "In this new age of terrorism, can we keep our country
secure
without compromising the nation’s founding
ideals?"
1. What effect does a changing
economy have on American society?
The basis of the economy changed from
industrial to TECHNOLOGICAL and SERVICEBASED.
There were efforts of the government to
combat INFLATION and RECESSION.
2. What is the proper role of the
government in people’s lives?
There was a CONSERVATIVE reaction to liberalism and
SOCIAL changes since the 1960s.
The effects of the economic policies of the REAGAN and
BUSH administrations will be examined, as well as the
impact of the “Reagan Revolution” on public PERCEPTIONS
of the role of government.
Nixon’s policy of DÉTENTE with the USSR and the People’s
Republic of China will be examined, along with the impact
of the IRAN-CONTRA affair on the Reagan administration.
3. How did the end of the Cold War alter the United
States’ security and position in the world?
Reagan made efforts to reassert American
MILITARY power and REBUILD American
prestige.
America was the lone SUPERPOWER after the
fall of the Soviet Union.
The US was attacked by AL-QAEDA on
September 11, 2001.
4. To what extent has America lived up to its founding ideals?
Students will explore how the ideals of liberty,
equality, opportunity, rights and democracy are
exemplified or contradicted in the recent past.
Top 10 Defining Moments of the 1980s, 1990s, & 2000s
What are the most important events that shaped our nation?
1990s
1980s
2000s
What do you THINK are the DEFINING moments of the 1980s? 1990s? 2000s?
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The Cold War ENDS!
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The 1980s and 1990s marked a time of dramatic economic and political change in the United States,
a period also marked by the end of the Cold War, U.S. involvement in the Persian Gulf and the
impeachment of a sitting president. The presidencies of Ronald Reagan, George Bush and Bill Clinton
provide the backbone for this dramatic period, in a program that traces the major figures and events
that impacted the last 20 years of the 20th century. Through the use of vivid archival footage and
interviews with renowned experts, students will grasp the legacy of the period -- touching on
everything from Reagan's opposition to the Soviet Union's ''Evil Empire'' to the controversial
presidential election of 2000.
Prior to September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks against the United States
were mainly against Americans and American interests abroad, but the
tragic events of what has been called the worst act of terrorism in history
changed all that. In Terrorism & the U.S., students will examine the history
of terrorism in and against America and the effects of terrorism on
American society, politics and the economy. Students will also explore the
double-edged sword of safety vs. civil liberties that has been the product
of much debate in the United States in the post-September 11th era.
U.S. Politics 1980-2000s
The 1980s and 1990s marked a time of dramatic economic and
political change in the United States, a period also marked by the
end of the Cold War, U.S. involvement in the Persian Gulf and the
impeachment of a sitting president. The presidencies of Ronald
Reagan, George Bush and Bill Clinton provide the backbone for
this dramatic period, in a program that traces the major figures
and events that impacted the last 20 years of the 20th century.
Through the use of vivid archival footage and interviews with
renowned experts, students will grasp the legacy of the period -touching on everything from Reagan's opposition to the Soviet
Union's ''Evil Empire'' to the controversial presidential election of
2000.
End of the Cold War & Contemporary America
Use Americans or History Alive! www.history.com & the available articles to
help you record notes on the terms, concepts, people, & events:
détente & Nixon
inflation & Ford
Iranian Hostage affair (Carter)
& Iran-Contra Scandal (Reagan)
Reagan Revolution
Conservative movement
changing economy
birth rate trend
recession
stagflation
fall of the Berlin Wall
collapse of Soviet Union
Bush & Persian Gulf War
Clinton’s domestic & foreign policy
al Qaeda & 9/11/01
George W. Bush & War on Terror
Obama & USA today? Tomorrow?
Who got a more “relaxed” treatment & why?
How did he get to be president & did he WHIP
anything?
Who was taken hostage & why? What resulted for
the “peanut farmer” & America? Weapons/$...WHY?
Describe the “great communicator” &
“Reaganomics.” Did he give America a Hollywoodstyle makeover? Explain the Iran-Contra scandal.
What was the “New Right” & why did they surge?
What affect did recession, inflation, & liberalism
have on the birth rate?
What kind of “weather” did job hunters &
economists experience in the 1970s? 1980s?
Describe the “winds of change” that toppled a wall.
What two (Russian) words changed an “evil empire?”
Why did H.W. Bush draw a “line in the sand?”
(Did he cross his own line on taxes?)
What was America like under the 2-term Democrat?
What does “the Base” seek to do and why?
Why did we invade Afghanistan & Iraq?
ARE WE WINNING? “MISSION ACCOMPLISHED?”