Vocabulary
De-militarization
One of the conditions from the Treaty of Versailles that angered Germans
The changing image of women during the 1920s was most symbolized by the
popularity of the "flappers" and their style of dress
Overuse of credit and installment buying led to
Unemployment and bank failures
What policy did the US have regarding foreign countries?
How were people in America directly impacted by WWII?
They had to ration food, gas, and clothing.
Hoovervilles
Hoovervilles were shantytowns that emerged during the Great Depression in the United States. They were named after President Herbert Hoover, who was widely blamed for the economic crisis.
A cultural, social, and artistic movement that celebrated African American creativity in literature, music, art, and theater.
Harlem Renaissance
What conditions led to the Dust Bowl?
Drought and poor farming techniques
What drew the United States into WWII?
The bombing of Pearl Harbor
What were the main causes of WWII?
Issues caused by the Treaty of Versailles, rise of fascism and dictators, appeasement, and renewed alliances.
Social Security
Provided pensions to elderly and retired workers, unemployment insurance, and other benefits to American people
Who was a famous figure from the Harlem Renaissance?
Langston Hughes
What were some causes of the Great Depression?
Overproduction, underconsumption, buying on margin and unequal distribution of wealth.
What problems existed in Europe that involved abuse of power in places such as Germany, Italy and Japan?
Rise of fascist leaders - Hitler, Mussolini, Tojo
Why did FDR justify weapon aid to Britian?
He thought it would prevent the US from getting involved in conflict
Internment Camps
Japanese Americans were forced into labor camps for fear that they were Japanese spies.
Who created the assembly line that made production more efficient?
Henry Ford
Why did FDR create New Deal programs?
To improve the economy
When dealing with Hitler, many European nations followed a policy of?
Appeasement
Why do countries imperialize other nations?
For resources, land, gain territory, power, etc.
Cash and Carry/Lend-Lease Act
The US sent war materials to Europe to help them fight and keep us out of the war
What new technology allowed information to be spread more easily?
Radios
What was life like in NYC during the Great Depression?
During the Great Depression, people experienced widespread unemployment, poverty, and hardship. Many people struggled to find work and food, leading to the creation of Hoovervilles and reliance on soup kitchens and charity.
Who worked in factories when men were sent away to fight in WWII?
Women
What were the alliances for WWII?
Axis: Germany, Italy and Japan
Allies: Britian, France, Soviet Union, and US