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Fashion in the 20s
Dancing through the 20s
100

This style of music became the soundtrack of the 1920s, born in New Orleans.

What is Jazz?

100

This invention brought news, sports, and music into homes.

What is the radio?

100

This word meant something was great, cool, or impressive.

What is the bee’s knees?

100

Men often wore these two pieces during the day—a vest and what else?

What are trousers (or slacks)?

100

This dance was named after a city in South Carolina.

What is the Charleston?

200

Women who wore short skirts, bobbed their hair, and challenged social norms.

Who were flappers?

200

This became the symbol of American freedom and mobility.

What is the automobile?

200

Looking sharp or well-dressed

What is Spiffy?

200

This common men’s accessory was worn with almost every outfit and came in straw or felt.

What is a hat?

200

These informal dance competitions were held to see who could last the longest dancing.

What are dance marathons?

300

This energetic dance became a symbol of the decade.

ex*-It's the name of a city!

What is the Charleston?

300

Henry Ford revolutionized car-making with this method.

What is the assembly line?

300

An attractive woman

What is Doll?

300

This article of clothing was often worn over suits and helped define men’s style.

What is a trench coat or overcoat?

300

This dance involved flipping and energetic partner moves, and became a hit near the end of the decade.

What is the Lindy Hop or Jitterbug?

400

This city became a hub for jazz and African American culture during the Harlem Renaissance.

What is Harlem?

400

This type of power helped modernize homes with appliances like refrigerators and vacuums.

What is electricity?

400

Get lost or go away

What is Scram?

400

These decorative accessories were worn around the neck or shoulders for glamour.

What are feather boas or long pearl necklaces?

400

This group of dances, known for upbeat jazz music and African-American roots, helped break down social barriers.

What are swing or jazz dances?

500

This new hairstyle became popular with flappers.

What is the bob cut?

500

This made it possible for the average American to afford a car.

What is mass production?

500

Something outstanding or cool

What is The Cat’s Meow?

500

This style of suit, often striped, became trendy for men.

What is a pinstripe suit?

500

This type of location was where people went to dance, hear jazz music, and socialize.

What is a dance hall or speakeasy?