6 Questions
What were the main fears related to demobilisation and reconversion?
Mass unemployment and depression, demonisation of career women
What characterized the economic boom after the war?
End of the new deal spirit, demand for consumer goods, middle-class lifestyle, and consumerism
What were the main features of Eisenhower’s conservatism?
Affluent society, big business, middle-class prosperity, and the suburbs
What aspects defined the popular culture during the postwar period?
Spectator sports, TV, Hollywood westerns and musicals, celebration of consumerism and conformity
What were the main issues highlighted in 'The other America' during the postwar period?
Poverty, racial tension, segregation, and the experiences of Latinos, Native Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans
What were the effects of affluence on youth culture during the postwar period?
Increased juvenile delinquency, influence of black music on white kids, and portrayal of rebellious teens in Hollywood
Test your knowledge of the historical context from 1954-1960, including the presidencies of Truman and Eisenhower, the impact of Pearl Harbor, the war economy, societal changes, and the transition from modernity to social realism.
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