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Unit 7 – The Beginning of Modern America
As cities in the United States became more prosperous, people began to examine the inequalities in American society. A progressive spirit emerged that led to changes in American culture. The United States also began to expand its influence overseas.Presidents were called upon to deal with many domestic and foreign challenges, including two wars that changed the landscape of international politics. During the Spanish-American War, the United States acquired overseas territories. During World War I, Americans fought in Europe for the first time.

Reference: Holt Social Studies United States History. 23 July 2007 <[|http://my.hrw.com/tabnav/controller.jsp?isbn=0030431638>.]