This updated edition reviews American history in its totality starting with the Colonial era and concluding with recent significant events through the Obama administration s first term. The book presents: Summaries of key topics with maps charts and illustrations Review exercises consisting of questions with answers A detailed chronology of major events in American history Thumbnail biographies of notable Americans A glossary of history terms and an extensive index Also presented is the latest New York State Regents U.S. History and Government Exam with answers.