Z15-2000s


 * 2000s PRESENTATIONS **
 * All information, evidence, and materials from the presentation must be uploaded to this wiki.
 * Effectively present in-depth information that meets YOUR learning target(s).
 * Explain YOUR cultural topic(s) and how/why they are significant to the decade
 * Presentation must be **creative and unique**, allowing the audience to **experience** the decade (do not rely solely on a PowerPoint presentation)
 * Information (pertaining to YOUR learning targets) is presented in a creative, unique, well-organized and easy to understand format.
 * Presentation includes pictures, tables, interviews, and artifacts that are thoroughly explained and help the viewer understand YOUR learning target(s) and cultural topic(s).

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 * 2000s ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS: **
 * All questions on the Assessment Question sheet are included and answered correctly and thoroughly on this wiki page.
 * Thoroughly explains the answers to the questions related to his/her learning targets.
 * Answers are supplemented by examples, images, charts and/or graphs.

1. What controversy surrounded the 2000 presidential election? ANSWER: Florida, a swing state, had a major recount dispute that took center stage in the election. Thus, the outcome of the 2000 United States presidential election was not known for more than a month after balloting, because of the extended process of counting and then recounting of Florida presidential ballots.



2. What is the War on Terrorism (led to invasion of Iraq and Afghanistan)? How has the War on Terrorism affected the United State’s foreign policy? ANSWER: The War on Terror (also known as the Global War on Terror or the War on Terrorism) is a term commonly applied to an international military campaign led by the United States and the United Kingdom with the support of other NATO as well as non-NATO countries. Originally, the campaign was waged against al-Qaeda and other militant organizations with the purpose of eliminating them.

3. September 11, 2001 ("9/11") was the A. attack by terrorists on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon B. date of the U.S. invasion of Iraq that toppled Saddam Hussein C. day that the stock market bubble "burst" D. first time a surprise attack occurred against the U.S. The 9/11 attacks were a series of four coordinated suicide attacks that were committed in the United States on September 11, 2001, striking the areas of New York City and Washington, D.C. On that Tuesday morning, 19 terrorists from the Islamist militant group Al-Qaeda hijacked four passenger jets. The hijackers intentionally piloted two of those planes, American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175, into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center complex in New York City; both towers collapsed within two hours. The hijackers also intentionally crashed American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and intended to pilot the fourth hijacked jet, United Airlines Flight 93, into a target in Washington, D.C.; however, the plane crashed into a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania after its passengers attempted to take control of the jet from the hijackers. Nearly 3,000 people died in the attacks.

4. On what basis did the George W. Bush administration attempt to justify the invasion of Iraq in 2003? A. weapons of mass destruction B. prosecution of the War on Terror C. spreading democracy to Iraq D. all of the above

5. The USA-Patriot Act provided for, among other things A. trying suspected foreign terrorists before military tribunals. B. permitting the break-ins of suspected Americans’ homes. C. extensive telephone and e-mail surveillance and the detention/deportation of immigrants suspected of terrorism. D. the use of the U.S. military in domestic police operations against terrorism.

6. Summarize the impact of and responses to natural disasters: ANSWER:On December 26, 2007, a series of tsunamis hit coasts along the Indian Ocean causing one of the worst natural disasters in history. The tsunami read a 9.3 on the Richter scale and originated from shifting fault lines under the Indian Ocean. Many countries including Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and India were affected, and waves reached as far as South Africa. More than 230,000 people died overall. Governments, humanitarian organizations, and individuals around the world offered aid and technical support for the tsunami. The World Bank initially estimated the amount of aid needed to be $5 billion. In wake of the disaster, Austrailia, India, Japan, and the US formed a coalition to co-ordinate aid efforts to streamline immediate assistance.
 * Southeast Asian Tsunami (2004)
 * Katrina (2005)
 * Haitian Earthquake (2010)

Hurricane Katrina began near the Bahamas and hit Florida as a Category 1 hurricane. Some areas in Florida saw 14 inches of rainfall as Katrina passed and on August 29th, Katrina turned to a Category 5 and hit the Gulf Coast. The hurricane destroyed many peoples homes and belongings. More than 1800 people died over 5 states and $81 billion in property damage were results of Katrina. After the hurricane, national as well as international organizations and governments provided aid. Some of the international organizations that supported victims of the hurricane include the European Union, the International Energy Agency, the IFRC, International Medical Corps, NATO, Organization of American States, and United Nations.

On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit Haiti. Aftershocks of magnitude 4.5 or greater were felt for 43 days after the initial tremor. The overall earthquake was felt as far away as the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, south Florida, northern Columbia, and northern Venezuela. Official government estimates include over 225,000 people died as a direct result of the quake, with 300,000 people injured and almost 1.5 million left homeless.



7. Why is President Bush criticized for his response to hurricane Katrina?

ANSWER:When the hurricane hit, Bush was on vacation at his home in Texas, and didn't return until a few days after the hurricane hit. The fact that he did not immediately end his vacation brought criticism from people in New Orleans. Also Bush didn't even mention the hurricane in a speech he gave just a day after the disaster suggesting his carelessness for the matter, which brought controversy. Within four days of the hurricane, President Bush signed a $10.5 billion relief package to provide food, water, and medicine to New Orleans. Bush, however, was criticized for his response to Katrina because the hurricane relief efforts he sent were slow and didn't result in immediate progress. Due to the slow response by the federal government, the New Orleans' top emergency management official called the effort a "national disgrace" and questioned when reinforcements would actually reach the city. President Bush attracted further criticism for failing to mention the hurricane recovery, Katrina, or New Orleans in his 2007 State of the Union Address.

8. Explain the international response to the Southeast Asian Tsunami of 2004. ANSWER:After the 2004 tsunami, President Bush said America would lead a global relief effort and cause the creation of a coalition of US-led countries. The UN however, had chief responsibility for co-ordinating the aid effort, but welcomed a coalition. The financial aid from people, governments, and various organizations around the world has resulted in progress.

9. Identify the significance and social impact of Obama winning the 2008 presidential election.

ANSWER:  Candidates: Barack Obama & Joe Biden vs. John McCain & Sarah Palin First black president nominee à first black president Democrats no longer wanted republican leader McCain lost because he didn’t support what the majority of people wanted Why did Obama win? Had support of the media Had Joe Biden as running-mate His opponent had a vision that voters did not want or like He targeted smaller groups of people like middle-class citizens Promised certain things that he has been able to carry through

10. Summarize Obama’s domestic policy achievements.

ANSWER: Domestic policy: a set of laws and regulations that is set within a country’s borders Obama’s domestic policy achievements: -Iraq war -Health care -Nation’s debt -Immigration laws -Social security

11. Explain the accelerated rate at which the world population is increasing and identify strains this places on the world economy (energy crisis). ANSWER: There have been many advancements in medicine and care over the past century that have decreased the global death rate. As the death rate decreases, while the birth rate remains high, the world population gets larger and larger. This population boom is the cause of the energy crisis because the as the population increases, so does the need for energy and resources like gas. This huge demand for energy causes an energy crisis because energy is finite, and every person on the planet needs it. Because of the huge demand for oil, the price for an essential resource like oil is very high.

12. What are some of the possible consequences of the current trends in population growth? ANSWER: Some experts believe that the world's food supply cannot keep up with the population boom. If the population keeps on increasing at the rate that it does, there won't be enough food to feed every person on the planet.There will also be an increase in deforestation and pollution if the population boom keeps ongoing the way its going. More trees will have to be cut to satisfy the needs of a growing population and more pollution will happen because of more people driving cars and doing other things that cause pollution. Another major problem is the fact that most of this population boom is going to occur in developing countries that already struggle for resources, as shown by the graph below. Expertspredict a 50% increase in food and energy demand, and a 30% increase in fresh water demand. In areas where there are already few resources to go around, the population boom could have catastrophic effects.

13. What methods have environmentalist identified to reduce strains on natural resources? ANSWER: Scientist think the best way to reduce strain on natural resources is to find alternative ways of satisfying our various needs such as energy. Experts think it essential to find cleaner energy solutions to satisfy the needs of an increasing population. It is also important to better provide clean drinking water to the world by finding better ways to store water. it is also essential to protect our crops by producing strains of crops that can resist pests and diseases that make them inedible.

14. What were the causes, course and consequences of the financial crisis of 2007-2009?ANSWER: ANSWER:The financial crisis began by mortgage lenders lending money to people who couldn't afford their mortgages. These lenders were able to charge higher interest rates and make money on sub-prime loans. If the borrowers default, they take the house and put it back on the market. At first, houses were selling quickly and people were borrowing money from lenders. Unfortunately, many borrowers ended up not being able to make their payments to lenders, causing lenders to suffer from liquidity issue and having more foreclosures than they could sell. Mortgage-backed securities became worth less causing investment firms to suffer.

15. Identify significant advances in technology and summarize the changes this has brought to information sharing and communication. ANSWER:Advances in technology such as the invention of more advanced cell phones, have shaped the way people communicate today. Cell phones like the iPhone have made communicating as well as finding information easier. Also, the invention of the bluetooth has made communicating much more convenient. New computer software and social networks like Facebook and Skype have created ways for people everywhere to communicate with each other easily.

16. How has technology led to the formation of a global society? ANSWER:With more advanced communication technology, a more global society has formed because of society's ability to communicate quickly and conveniently. The invention of social networks and advanced cell phones, has allowed people all over the world to communicate, which has resulted in a more global society.