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2. 2 Click a subsection to advance to that particular section. Advance through the slide show using your mouse or the space bar. Challenges for a New Century (1980–Present) The Threat of Terrorism Economy and the Environment Science and Technology A Changing Society Chapter 29: Challenges for a New Century (1980–Present)

3. The Threat of Terrorism Sec 1: The Threat of Terrorism Terrorism on the World Stage Main Idea: In the late 1900s, the use of terrorism as a political tool began to spread. The Nation is Attacked Main Idea: After the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the United States took steps to protect its homeland. The War on Terror Main Idea: Not all Americans agreed when President Bush ordered an attack on Iraq as part of a global war on terrorism. Election of 2004 Main Idea: The War in Iraq was a major issue in the presidential election of 2004. Progress Monitoring Transparency

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5. Economy and the Environment Sec 2: Economy and the Environment A World Linked by Trade Main Idea: The elimination of trade barriers between nations led to growth but also caused controversy. The Environment Main Idea: In recent years, more people have become concerned about threats to the world's physical environment. The Energy Supply Main Idea: Growing dependence on foreign oil has led many Americans to seek other sources of energy. The Question of Global Warming Main Idea: Many environmentalists fear that rising temperatures may someday threaten life on Earth. MapMaster: North American Trade Image Library: Sources of Energy Color Transparencies: Trouble at Three-Mile Island Progress Monitoring Transparency

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9. Science and Technology Sec 3: Science and Technology The Computer Age Main Idea: The development of computers led to an information revolution. Medical Advances Main Idea: Technology helps detect and treat medical problems. Color Transparencies: The Growth of the Internet Progress Monitoring Transparency

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12. A Changing Society Sec 4: A Changing Society Changing Immigration Patterns Main Idea: As immigration has increased, Americans have become concerned about illegal immigration. A Changing Population Main Idea: Recent changes to the American population have included great diversity, an increase in the number of older Americans, and a shift in population to the South and West. Expanding Opportunities Main Idea: African Americans, women, and Native Americans have made economic progress but still face challenges. Challenges for the Young Main Idea: Young Americans are deeply affected by issues such as violence and drug use. Looking Back and Ahead Main Idea: Shared values help bind Americans together despite their differences. continued…

13. A Changing Society (Continued…) Sec 4: A Changing Society History Interactive: Explore Trends in Immigration Image Library: Latinos by Region of Origin, 2000 Color Transparencies: Changing Immigration Patterns Progress Monitoring Transparency

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