Music & Fashion
What was a popular trend during that time? For fashion?
Glamor & Style
What was the name of Herbert C. Hoover's deal?
Hoover's New Deal
What was The Great Depression-era motto?
“Use it up, wear it out, make do or do without.”
Where did African-Americans migrate to , during TheGreat Migration?
From the South to the Urban North
Who was Rosie The Riveter?
She was a fictional character who symbolized millions of real women.
What was a popular genre of music during that time?
Swing , Jazz, and War songs
What was the Neutrality Act?
An act that was made to prevent the U.S to be involved in more wars.
How was the economy during the 1930s?
Struggling with unemployment.
What were one of the movements in the 1930s?
The Unemployed Workers Movement.
Who was Fred Astaire?
He was movie star and a dancer.
What was a trick women would do to make their hair look shiny?
They would hover over a steaming pot.
Who was "Boss Tweed"?
William Marcy Tweed
How much did Herbert Hoover raise the taxes?
25% - 63%
What was the education system like?
The schools were segregated between Af. Am. and whites
When were Snickers invented?
1930
What style from the 1930s has made a comeback?
Circle skirts, White shirt dresses, and head scarves, etc.
Who lead the Nation during The Great Depression and lead to victory to WWll?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
How many Americans fought in WWll?
16 million.
What did AAA stand for?
The Agriculture Adjustment Administration .
What were popular food items that were introduced by military research?
Instant coffee
Dehydrated juice
Cake mixers
What was the significant meaning of "Over the Rainbow"
It was a song that was made to honor the American Troops.
When did Pearl Harbor happen?
December 7, 1941
How much did rent cost during The Great Depression?
$12.28 - $27.15
How did they view women? People of color?
Women: should stay home, no working because society was too insecure about them stealing jobs from men.
People of Color: Prohibited from unions. Had lower pay scales, and twice the unemployment rate.
How much did a movie ticket cost?
$00.27 per person.