Apentix/AP US History/Unit 8: Period 8 (1945-1980)/Question
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Which of the following was a direct consequence of the Soviet launch of Sputnik in 1957?

A.Congress passed the National Defense Education Act to strengthen American science, mathematics, and foreign language instruction
B.The United States abandoned its missile program
C.Public schools stopped teaching science
D.The Soviet Union joined NATO

Explanation

Core Concept

The satellite suggested the Soviets had overtaken the United States technologically, alarming the public and Congress. The NDEA poured federal money into schools and college loans to close the perceived gap.

Correct Answer

ACongress passed the National Defense Education Act to strengthen American science, mathematics, and foreign language instruction

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