This guide breaks down APUSH Period 7, covering U.S. expansion, domestic reforms, and global conflicts from 1890 to 1945, which constitutes 17% of the exam.
U.S. Expansion and Global Role
•Overseas expansion driven by economic, political, and ideological motives, including the Spanish-American War and annexation of Hawaii.•Debates over imperialism with the Anti-Imperialist League opposing policies in the Philippines.•World War I entry due to events like the Lusitania sinking and Zimmerman Telegram, followed by isolationism in the 1920s and eventual involvement in World War II after Pearl Harbor.Domestic Transformations and Reforms
•Progressive Era reforms addressing economic instability and corruption, with figures like Jane Addams and Theodore Roosevelt.•Social changes including urbanization, new immigration patterns, and the Great Migration of African-Americans.•The New Deal's response to the Great Depression through programs like Social Security and the WPA, though it faced criticism and did not fully end the economic crisis.Social Tensions and Wartime Impacts
•Cultural conflicts such as the Red Scare, Immigration Act of 1924, and Scopes Trial highlighting nativism and security vs. liberty debates.•World War II home front effects, including job opportunities for women and minorities, but also tensions like Japanese internment and racial strife.•Post-war emergence of the U.S. as a superpower, ending isolationism and setting the stage for the Cold War.Key Takeaways
•Period 7 spans from 1890 to 1945, marked by U.S. expansion abroad and significant domestic reforms.•Key events include the Progressive Era, World Wars I and II, the Great Depression, and the New Deal, shaping modern America.•Social tensions from immigration, racial issues, and wartime policies highlight ongoing debates over liberty and equality.Conclusion
Understanding these themes is crucial for mastering APUSH Period 7 and its impact on American history.
