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Where did American people mostly live in the 20s?
in cities
What increased of 24% in 30 major cities during the 20s?
the crime rate
When did the economic crash happen?
in 1929
How often did 75 % of Americans go to the movies in the 20s?
at least once a week
Give 2 advantages provided by the automobile at the time.
- people could live farther from their jobs
- they could easily commute
-they could live in suburbs
What flourished in the 20s? (2 elements)
Music, movies, art
Give at least 3 industries which benefitted from the boom of the period.
film, radio, music, art, looks, leisure, entertainment
What is prohibition? (full definition)
The nationwide constitutional ban on the production, importation, transportaion, consumption and sale of alcohol.
How long did the recession last?
10 years
The roaring 20s are known for being a period of change in 3 important aspects of the society. What are they?
Social, political and economical.
Which year did Ford create the Model T and how many had he produced by 1924?
in 1908, 10 millions
What did the invention of the assembly line allow?
mass production
Quote 2 types of dance from the 20s.
Charleston, black bottom, flea hop, cake walk
What is the worst effect of prohibition?
The gangs and their violence.
What evolution did women and African Americans get from the period?
they could express themselves more freely