Apentix/AP US History/Unit 8: Period 8 (1945-1980)/Question
AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt

Johnson's War on Poverty created which of the following programs?

A.The Strategic Defense Initiative
B.The Interstate Commerce Commission
C.The Federal Reserve
D.Head Start, Job Corps, and Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA)

Explanation

Core Concept

The Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 established these initiatives to offer preschool education, job training, and community service to poor Americans. They were coordinated by the Office of Economic Opportunity.

Correct Answer

DHead Start, Job Corps, and Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA)

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