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The Zimmerman Telegram is considered a contributing factor to the United States' entry into World War I.
The Zimmerman Telegram is considered a contributing factor to the United States' entry into World War I.
True (A)
The Treaty of Versailles, which officially concluded World War I, was signed in 1918.
The Treaty of Versailles, which officially concluded World War I, was signed in 1918.
False (B)
Significant technological advancements and a rise in consumer culture were defining features of the Roaring Twenties in the United States.
Significant technological advancements and a rise in consumer culture were defining features of the Roaring Twenties in the United States.
True (A)
President Warren G. Harding's administration was free from scandal and known for its ethical conduct.
President Warren G. Harding's administration was free from scandal and known for its ethical conduct.
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The economic policies of Calvin Coolidge are widely credited with preventing market speculation and the overconsumption that led to the Wall Street Crash of 1929.
The economic policies of Calvin Coolidge are widely credited with preventing market speculation and the overconsumption that led to the Wall Street Crash of 1929.
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The political atmosphere of the 1920s in America was marked by a continuation of progressive politics and liberal ideals from the preceding decade.
The political atmosphere of the 1920s in America was marked by a continuation of progressive politics and liberal ideals from the preceding decade.
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The Wall Street Crash of 1929 is considered the event that triggered the onset of the Great Depression in the United States.
The Wall Street Crash of 1929 is considered the event that triggered the onset of the Great Depression in the United States.
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Progressivism is best understood as a political philosophy emphasizing the importance of society as a means for national improvement.
Progressivism is best understood as a political philosophy emphasizing the importance of society as a means for national improvement.
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Figures such as William Jennings Bryan and Robert La Follette were instrumental in promoting progressivism at the federal level of government.
Figures such as William Jennings Bryan and Robert La Follette were instrumental in promoting progressivism at the federal level of government.
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Addressing societal problems such as child labor and excessive working hours was a focus during the Progressive Era.
Addressing societal problems such as child labor and excessive working hours was a focus during the Progressive Era.
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The Progressive Era is recognized for achieving substantial advancements in civil rights and equality for African Americans.
The Progressive Era is recognized for achieving substantial advancements in civil rights and equality for African Americans.
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Agreements between nations to protect military, political, or economic interests, known as alliances, were a primary cause of World War I.
Agreements between nations to protect military, political, or economic interests, known as alliances, were a primary cause of World War I.
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The Dual Alliance and the Triple Entente were the two major opposing factions during World War I.
The Dual Alliance and the Triple Entente were the two major opposing factions during World War I.
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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in April 1914 was a pivotal event that initiated a chain of events leading to World War I.
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in April 1914 was a pivotal event that initiated a chain of events leading to World War I.
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In 1914, with the Neutrality Act of 1914, the United States immediately joined the Allied forces in World War I.
In 1914, with the Neutrality Act of 1914, the United States immediately joined the Allied forces in World War I.
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Study Notes
Progressivism
- Progressivism was a political philosophy prioritizing societal improvement.
- Progressives sought to address societal ills like child labor, working hours, and alcoholism.
- Progressive Era reforms, largely focused on white communities, were a stepping stone towards racial equality.
- Politicians like William Jennings Bryan and Robert La Follette championed local government progressivism.
- Theodore Roosevelt believed fixing societal ills created a strong nation.
World War I Causes
- Alliances: Countries formed agreements (Triple Entente and Triple Alliance) for mutual protection.
- Nationalism: Increased national pride fueled competition and conflict in Europe, especially regarding redefined boundaries.
- Militarism: Nations significantly increased military spending and arms, fueled by alliances and nationalism.
- Imperialism: European powers competed for global political, military, and economic dominance.
US Entry into WWI
- Austria-Hungary's Franz Ferdinand assassination initiated WWI.
- Allied powers (Britain, France, Russia) faced Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire)
- The US initially declared neutrality under the 1914 Neutrality Act.
- Factors leading to US entry:
- Unrestricted submarine warfare
- Propaganda campaigns
- Zimmerman Telegram
- US entry shifted the war's balance, favoring the Allies.
- The November 1918 armistice halted the fighting.
- The 1919 Treaty of Versailles concluded WWI.
Roaring Twenties
- The 1920s saw an economic and cultural boom period.
- Technological advancements led to cheaper goods and consumer culture.
- Ford Motor Company and other corporations employed new manufacturing methods and advertising.
- Middle-class Americans embraced consumerism (radios, cars, vacuums) and used credit.
- Pop culture was marked by flappers, rejecting traditional gender norms.
- Coolidge's policies were largely seen as responsible for this prosperity.
1920s Economic Issues
- Overconsumption and market speculation characterized the 1920s.
- October 1929's Wall Street Crash resulted from inflation, debt, and international market issues.
- The crash signaled the start of the Great Depression and exposed the flaws in Coolidge's prosperity.
- Coolidge's policies had exacerbated inequality and market speculation.
1920s Political Landscape
- Post-WWI and Wilson's failed League of Nations, progressivism waned.
- Harding (1920): Promised a return to normalcy, cut taxes, and recovered from a recession.
- Harding administration was marred by scandals (Teapot Dome).
- Coolidge (Harding's VP): Took office and embraced pro-business policies boosting prosperity.
- Hoover (Coolidge's successor): Expected to maintain prosperity but economic crash quickly followed.
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Explore the key themes of Progressivism and the causes of World War I. This quiz covers societal reforms during the Progressive Era, including the fight against child labor and the role of notable politicians. Additionally, examine the factors leading to World War I, such as nationalism, militarism, and imperialism.
