Harlem Renaissance
This New York city neighborhood was the epicenter of the African American cultural movement in the 1920s and 1930s
What is Harlem?
This global conflict significantly expanded women's roles in the workforce as they filled jobs previously held by men
What is World War II?
This new form of mass media became a national craze in the 1920s, bringing news, entertainment, and advertising into homes across America.
What is a radio?
America's most loved athlete
Who is Babe Ruth?
This literary form, popularized Harlem Renaissance writers like Langston Hughes, often incorporated elements of jazz and blues.
What is poetry?
This constitutional amendment, ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote in the U.S.
WHat is the 19th amendment?
This advertising technique became popular in the 1920s, associating products with glamour, status, and modern lifestyles.
What is appealing to emotions/aspirations?
his tennis star was the first American to win Wimbledon and the U.S. Open in the same year.
Who is Helen Wills Moody?
This type of establishment, such as the cotton club, showcased Black performers but often catered to white audiences
What is a nightclub?
This term describes the belief that women should have equal rights and opportunities as men
What is feminism?
This type of advertising agency grew in prominence during the 1920s, focusing on creating memorable slogans and visually appealing campaigns.
What is a full-service agency?
This silent film star, nicknamed "The Tramp," was one of the most recognizable figures in the world during the 1920s.
Who is Charlie Chaplin?
This economic downturn contributed to the decline of the Harlem Renaissance by reducing financial support for the arts and increasing economic hardships
What is the great depression?
This book, written by Betty Friedan, is often credited with sparking the second-wave feminist movement in the United States.
What is "The Feminine Mystique"?
This industry experienced significant growth in the 1920s, fueled by mass production, consumer credit, and persuasive advertising.
What is the consumer goods industry?
This aviator became a national hero in 1927 for making the first solo transatlantic flight.
Who is Charles Lindbergh?
What is jazz?
This profession, traditionally dominated by men, saw increasing numbers of women entering it's ranks in the late 20th century, breaking down gender barriers.
What is medicine,law,or engineering?
This term describes the shift in American culture during the 1920s towards increased consumption and the pursuit of material goods.
What is consumerism?
This African American singer and dancer rose to fame in the 1920s, breaking racial barriers in the entertainment industry.
Who is Josephine Baker?