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How did electricity improve daily life for women in the 1920s?
How did electricity improve daily life for women in the 1920s?
- By introducing new forms of entertainment.
- By making manual tasks longer and harder.
- By providing appliances that simplified chores. (correct)
- By reducing the number of available jobs.
What major communication change did radios bring in the 1920s?
What major communication change did radios bring in the 1920s?
- They allowed faster communication of news and stories. (correct)
- They restricted access to music and entertainment.
- They enabled slower communication of news.
- They made written newspapers unnecessary.
What was a significant economic development in the 1920s related to the stock market?
What was a significant economic development in the 1920s related to the stock market?
- People believed investing was guaranteed to lose money.
- The stock market was seen as an easy source of money. (correct)
- Stock market regulations became increasingly strict.
- Most people avoided stock market investments.
What effect did the assembly line have on employment in the 1920s?
What effect did the assembly line have on employment in the 1920s?
What was one negative impact of the economic boom in the 1920s?
What was one negative impact of the economic boom in the 1920s?
Flashcards
Electricity's Impact on 1920s Homes
Electricity's Impact on 1920s Homes
The use of electricity in homes became widespread, making daily life easier and more efficient, especially for women.
Radio's Communication Revolution
Radio's Communication Revolution
Radio technology dramatically changed the way news spread and people entertained themselves.
Stock Market Boom in the 1920s
Stock Market Boom in the 1920s
The stock market became a popular investment, leading many to believe quick profits were guaranteed.
Assembly Line and Urbanization
Assembly Line and Urbanization
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High Death Rates from Infections and Injuries (1920s)
High Death Rates from Infections and Injuries (1920s)
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Study Notes
Technological Advancements in the 1920s
- Electricity significantly improved daily life for women, streamlining household tasks
- Electric appliances like vacuums and refrigerators eased chores
- Radios facilitated communication, replacing newspapers and enabling broader entertainment options
- Radio broadcasts provided access to music and news
- Increased use of light bulbs, especially in cities
Impact on Communication
- Radios transformed communication, making news and entertainment more accessible
- Radio broadcasts quickly replaced newspapers as a common source of information
- Rise in musical artists sharing their talents via broadcasts
Economic Boom of the 1920s
- The economic boom was largely driven by factory assembly lines spearheaded by Henry Ford
- This led to significant population shifts from rural areas to cities, as new job opportunities emerged
- Stock market became a very popular method of making money
- Many individuals invested in stocks, believing the market would continuously rise
- High stock prices made quick wealth potential a tempting prospect, sometimes leading to risky investments
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