APUSH Chapter 31 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What was the outcome of the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917?

Overthrew Russia's government (correct)

Spawned the communist party in America (correct)

Caused an uprising in the American people (correct)

None of the above

What happened during the Seattle General Strike of 1919?

35,000 shipyard workers walked off the job (correct)

The mayor called it a Russian plot (correct)

It succeeded in demands

The city shut down (correct)

What was the 'Red Scare' from 1919 to 1920?

Fear of communism in America (correct)

A period of economic prosperity

A movement advocating for civil rights

None of the above

Who was A. Mitchell Palmer?

Attorney General who rounded up immigrants in question and created the general intelligence division (FBI) Signup and view all the answers

What were Sacco and Vanzetti convicted of?

Murder, and they were prejudiced against because they were foreigners and radicals. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Ku Klux Klan known for?

Using terror and violence against minorities Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the 1921 Emergency Quota Act?

Established a maximum number of persons allowed to enter the US from each country (3%, based on the 1910 census) Signup and view all the answers

What did the 1924 Immigration Act change in immigration policy?

Lowered the number of immigrants allowed into the US to 2%, based on the 1890 census. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Eighteenth Amendment (1919) outlaw?

The making, sale, and transportation of alcohol Signup and view all the answers

What was the Volstead Act?

Enforced the 18th Amendment by prohibiting the buying, selling, and trading of alcohol. Signup and view all the answers

What were speakeasies?

Popular, yet secret bars where alcohol could be purchased illegally Signup and view all the answers

Who was Al Capone?

A United States gangster who terrorized Chicago during Prohibition until arrested for tax evasion. Signup and view all the answers

What principle did Professor John Dewey advocate in education?

'Learning by doing' Signup and view all the answers

Religious fundamentalists rejected the teachings of __________.

Darwinism Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the 'monkey trial' involving John Scopes?

He was prosecuted for teaching Darwinism in a Tennessee high school. Signup and view all the answers

Who was William Jennings Bryan?

A U.S. lawyer and politician who prosecuted John Scopes for teaching evolution. Signup and view all the answers

What was Babe Ruth known for?

He was a famous baseball player who transformed baseball into a 'hitter's game'. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Model 'T' represent?

The first automobile mass produced on assembly lines. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Wright Brothers?

Wilbur and Orville Wright, inventors of the airplane. Signup and view all the answers

Guglielmo Marconi invented the __________.

radio Signup and view all the answers

Who was Thomas A. Edison?

An American inventor famous for the light bulb and many inventions using electricity. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of 'The Jazz Singer' released in 1927?

It was the first 'talkie' Signup and view all the answers

What was the Harlem Renaissance?

A period in the 1920s when African-American achievements in art, music, and literature flourished. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'speculation' refer to in financial terms?

An investment that is risky but could yield great profits. Signup and view all the answers

What does buying 'on margin' mean?

Purchasing stock with a little money down with the promise of paying the balance later. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the National Debt?

The sum of government deficits to other countries over time. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Andrew W. Mellon?

Secretary of the Treasury under President Harding known for increasing federal revenue while cutting spending. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Historical Events and Movements

Bolshevik Revolution (1917) led to the overthrow of Russia's government, giving rise to the Communist Party in America and inciting public unrest.
Seattle General Strike (1919) saw 35,000 shipyard workers demand better wages and hours; however, the strike was labeled a Russian plot and ended without gains for the workers.
The "Red Scare" (1919-1920) emerged from fear of communism post-Bolshevik Revolution, prompting a nationwide movement against perceived anti-American individuals.

Notable Figures

A. Mitchell Palmer, as Attorney General, initiated a campaign against suspected radicals and established the general intelligence division which later became the FBI.
Sacco and Vanzetti, a shoe factory worker and a fish peddler, faced execution based on biased prosecution against their immigrant status and radical beliefs.
William Jennings Bryan, a prominent lawyer and politician, prosecuted John Scopes during the "monkey trial," symbolizing a clash between science and religion.

1921 Emergency Quota Act limited immigration to a maximum of 3% based on the 1910 census data.
1924 Immigration Act further restricted immigration to 2%, using 1890 census data.
Eighteenth Amendment (1919) prohibited the production, sale, and transportation of alcohol, enforced by the Volstead Act.

Cultural Impact

Prohibition led to the rise of "speakeasies," secret bars for illegal alcohol, and gangsters like Al Capone who dominated organized crime.
The Harlem Renaissance celebrated African American culture through literature and art, with figures such as Langston Hughes making significant contributions.
Jazz music became a defining cultural element of the 1920s, reflecting the era's vibrant social scene.

Literary Contributions

F. Scott Fitzgerald's works like The Great Gatsby captured the essence of the "Jazz Age."
Ernest Hemingway became known for his novels, including "The Sun Also Rises," illustrating the disillusionment of post-war society.
Sinclair Lewis and William Faulkner offered societal critiques through their narratives, addressing the American middle class and southern life respectively.

Innovations and Technology

Henry Ford revolutionized automobile production with mass production techniques and the Model T, making cars accessible to the public.
The Wright Brothers invented the airplane, transforming transportation.
Guglielmo Marconi's invention of the radio changed communication and entertainment.

Societal Trends

"Flappers" embodied the shift toward more liberated women's roles during the 1920s, demonstrating changes in social norms.
Religious fundamentalism rejected scientific theories like Darwinism, resulting in high-profile court battles like the Scopes Trial.
The concept of "speculation" emerged as a risky investment strategy during rapidly changing economic times, alongside buying "on margin" practices leading to financial instability.

Key Concepts

National Debt represents the accumulation of government deficits over time.
Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural vision pioneered a new style emphasizing geometric shapes and integration with nature.

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Test your knowledge of key events and figures from Chapter 31 of AP United States History. This flashcard set covers significant topics like the Bolshevik Revolution and the Seattle General Strike. Perfect for students preparing for their APUSH exams.