U.S. History Skillbook
Unit 9: America Redefined
Discussion Questions
- In what ways did Ronald Reagan’s election represent a “revolution” in American politics?
- Why were some conservative Republicans disappointed in the Reagan presidency?
- “Ronald Reagan ended the Cold War.” Evaluate this statement.
- Compare and contrast the policies of the two Bush presidencies in dealing with Saddam Hussein.
- Was Bill Clinton’s presidency a missed opportunity to change America? Explain your answer.
- How did September 11th of 2001 mark a turning point in American history?
- How did foreign and domestic crisis undermine the presidency of George W. Bush?
- How did demographic changes in the United States transform the social and political debate in the 21st century?
- What did the election of Barak Obama say about American’s view of themselves and their nation in 2008?
