Flappers
What did Flappers represent for women in the changing society of the 1920’s
Independence
What are some popular sports arising during the 1920’s
College sports, volleyball, baseball, football
How was the radio used in politics during the 1920s?
Many politicians used the radio to broadcast their political campaigns.
What was Charles Lindbergh famous for
His solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean.
During the 1920’s What was the biggest crime organization called?
The Mafia
What major political change gave women more equality politically
The 19 Amendment
Why were athletes new “heroes” during the 1920’s
They became role models for people, especially with body image
How did the radio affect the spread of new modern/liberal culture in the US?
Music and sports were broadcasted on the radio increasing their popularity in the US.
What was the name of Lindbergh’s airplane that he crosses the Atlantic Ocean in?
Spirit of St. Louis
What famous Chicago massacre changed Al Capone’s public image
The saint valentine’s day massacre
How did Flappers contradict the traditional image of women prior to the 1920’s
They wore more scandalous outfits, went to saloons, other sports and activities
What was the first “talkie” show
The Jazz Singer
How did the radio affect communication within the US?
Made the country overall more connected
Was Charles Lindbergh an example of a modern or traditional hero?
Both (Traditional - military hero / Modern - pop culture role model)
What Law(s) allowed Al Capone to earn about 60 million dollars?
The 18th amendment and volstead act
How did women's role in the workforce change throughout the 1920’s
Work in factories, and economic independence
Which inventor invention helped lead to the development of movies
Thomas Edison
What new element did the radio introduce to the US economy?
Increased advertising
How did the definition of a hero change in the 1920s?
People were looking up to athletes, actors, and musicians as their heroes.
Who is the famous gangster Al Capone worked for and later took over for as he retired in 1926? (His first name is of a guy who traveled getting apples, if you guess his first name you get the points)
Johnny Torrio’s
What lifestyle did Flappers want to live
Modern/Liberal
What are 2 of the most first famous movies
The Great Train Robbery and Birth of a Nation
Was the radio more modern/liberal or traditional/conservative?
Modern liberal
How did Lindbergh’s flight affect the US moving forward?
He paved the way for the US developing a world of aviation.
What right wing republican received help from Al Capone?(first name is the same as a famous writer of plays during the late 1500’s and early 1600’s, last name is the same as ET at this school)
William Hale Thompson