gov. & economy
This admendment to the Constitution prohibits the sale of liquor in the United States.
18th admendment
What innovation made by Henry Ford led to increased efficiency in manufacturing?
assembly line
flourishing and celebration of African American culture, literature, music centered in New York City.
Harlem Renaissance
What was the major civil rights organization active during the Roaring Twenties?
The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)
Who wore lipstick, straight hair, and simple dresses instead of traditional fashions?
Flappers
Restrictions placed on immigration which limited the amount of immigrants allowed into the United States from certain countries.
Quotas
What was the impact of advertising?
stimulated demand for new products and services.
Illegal bars used by many for socializing and entertainment.
What is The Speakeasy
What were some key issues faced by African Americans in the 1920s regarding voting rights?
African Americans faced widespread voter suppression tactics like literacy tests, poll taxes, and intimidation, which significantly limited their ability to participate in elections
What is Fundamentalism?
a response to the rapid changes caused by the 1920s. many Americans wanted to return to traditional values and the way things used to be, focused on a strict interpretation of the Bible
Why was there a recession from 1920-1921?
demobilization of the US after WWI
What is buying on margin?
essentially credit. instead of paying the full price for a product you pay a portion of the price in installments.
Music style that simmered up from the sound of New Orleans and was richly flavored with African, Europe, Spiritual, influence.
what is jazz
Compare/contrast the views of Marcus Garvey, WEB DuBois, and Booker T. Washington
Garvey: Black is Beautiful movement, Back to Africa movement
DuBois: Civil rights and equality NOW
Washington: Civil rights and equality EVENTUALLY, focus on education and raising standard of living first
What were some of the key controversies surrounding the "New Values" of the Roaring Twenties?
debate over Prohibition
the growing acceptance of evolution theory which clashed with religious fundamentalism,
the rise of the Ku Klux Klan which targeted racial minorities
How did the US try and stop future wars during the 1920s? Provide at least 2 examples.
Washington Naval Conference-disarmament of battleships
Kellogg-Briand Pact-promise to not use war as a response
Four Power Treaty: US, Britain, Japan, France agree to respect each other's boundaries and rights in the Pacific.
Who developed the technology for moving pictures at the end of the nineteenth century?
Thomas Edison
A mouse who was introduced to the American public in the first animated sound film titled "Steamboat Willie".
Who is Mickey Mouse
What were some of the limitations faced by women seeking employment opportunities in the 1920s?
Women often faced discrimination in the workplace, limited career options, lower wages compared to men, and societal expectations that prioritized domestic roles.
How did consumerism become a central value of the Roaring Twenties?
Mass production techniques and readily available credit led to a surge in consumer spending, with people buying new goods like cars, radios, and household appliances, signifying a shift towards a more materialistic lifestyle.
Describe two examples of the Red Scare that took place during the 1920s.
Palmer Raids, Sacco and Vanzetti Trial
What new product was most impactful on average Americans during the 1920s?
automobile
The instrument which Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong is most closely associated with.
What is the Trumpet
What was the famous Tennessee trial in 1925 that saw a teacher put on trial and pitted William Jennings Bryan against famous lawyer Clarence Darrow
What were some of the key characteristics of the "New Era" in politics?
The "New Era" in politics was characterized by a focus on business interests, a belief in laissez-faire economics, and a general resistance to government regulation, leading to a period of economic prosperity for many.