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What major tariff did the United States implement in 1922 that affected international debts?
What major tariff did the United States implement in 1922 that affected international debts?
What was one consequence of the Fordney-McCumber Tariff for Britain and France?
What was one consequence of the Fordney-McCumber Tariff for Britain and France?
How much money did American investors loan to Germany under the Dawes Plan?
How much money did American investors loan to Germany under the Dawes Plan?
Which country's troops marched into Germany when reparations went unpaid?
Which country's troops marched into Germany when reparations went unpaid?
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What was a key sentiment held by Britain and France regarding the U.S. after World War I?
What was a key sentiment held by Britain and France regarding the U.S. after World War I?
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What industry benefited most from the Fordney-McCumber Tariff's protectionist measures?
What industry benefited most from the Fordney-McCumber Tariff's protectionist measures?
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What was one of the main criticisms of the financial arrangements made by the U.S. after World War I?
What was one of the main criticisms of the financial arrangements made by the U.S. after World War I?
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What was Harding's general approach to domestic policies?
What was Harding's general approach to domestic policies?
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What was the primary initial purpose of the airplane industry in the U.S.?
What was the primary initial purpose of the airplane industry in the U.S.?
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Which advances contributed to the success of airplanes as a peacetime means of transportation?
Which advances contributed to the success of airplanes as a peacetime means of transportation?
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What significant airline was founded in 1927 and is noted for its transatlantic passenger flights?
What significant airline was founded in 1927 and is noted for its transatlantic passenger flights?
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How much did the average annual income increase during the 1920s?
How much did the average annual income increase during the 1920s?
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What role did consumerism play in the 1920s American economy?
What role did consumerism play in the 1920s American economy?
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Which airplane model produced by the Lockheed Company in 1927 became popular in the late 1920s?
Which airplane model produced by the Lockheed Company in 1927 became popular in the late 1920s?
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Which individuals played a key role in promoting the development of commercial airlines?
Which individuals played a key role in promoting the development of commercial airlines?
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What percentage of the world's wealth did Americans own in the 1920s?
What percentage of the world's wealth did Americans own in the 1920s?
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What primary benefit did new appliances provide to housewives?
What primary benefit did new appliances provide to housewives?
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How did advertising agencies adapt their strategies during this period?
How did advertising agencies adapt their strategies during this period?
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What was the impact of the slogan 'Say it with flowers'?
What was the impact of the slogan 'Say it with flowers'?
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What tactic was used in the advertisement 'Reach for a Lucky instead of a sweet'?
What tactic was used in the advertisement 'Reach for a Lucky instead of a sweet'?
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What was Listerine advertising aiming to create fear around?
What was Listerine advertising aiming to create fear around?
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In what way did advertising change the perception of luxury items?
In what way did advertising change the perception of luxury items?
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What effect did the power of advertising have across American life?
What effect did the power of advertising have across American life?
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What was a key characteristic of advertising agencies as they began hiring psychologists?
What was a key characteristic of advertising agencies as they began hiring psychologists?
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What was one significant impact of more efficient farming techniques in the early 1920s?
What was one significant impact of more efficient farming techniques in the early 1920s?
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What was a consequence of the recovery of European agriculture after World War I?
What was a consequence of the recovery of European agriculture after World War I?
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What was one of the main threats perceived by Americans during the Red Scare?
What was one of the main threats perceived by Americans during the Red Scare?
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What action did A. Mitchell Palmer take in response to the fear of communism?
What action did A. Mitchell Palmer take in response to the fear of communism?
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What was the outcome of the bombings mailed to government and business leaders during the Red Scare?
What was the outcome of the bombings mailed to government and business leaders during the Red Scare?
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Who played a significant role in the Palmer Raids alongside A. Mitchell Palmer?
Who played a significant role in the Palmer Raids alongside A. Mitchell Palmer?
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What did the Bolsheviks establish after overthrowing the czarist regime in Russia?
What did the Bolsheviks establish after overthrowing the czarist regime in Russia?
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Which group was NOT specifically targeted during the Palmer Raids?
Which group was NOT specifically targeted during the Palmer Raids?
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What main action did the American Federation of Labor (AFL) pledge during the war?
What main action did the American Federation of Labor (AFL) pledge during the war?
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Which statement most accurately represents employer attitudes towards unions after the war?
Which statement most accurately represents employer attitudes towards unions after the war?
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What was a major contributing factor to the Boston Police Strike?
What was a major contributing factor to the Boston Police Strike?
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What action did Massachusetts Governor Calvin Coolidge take during the Boston Police Strike?
What action did Massachusetts Governor Calvin Coolidge take during the Boston Police Strike?
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What was the public perception of Coolidge's actions during the Boston Police Strike?
What was the public perception of Coolidge's actions during the Boston Police Strike?
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What resulted from the Boston Police Strike for the striking policemen?
What resulted from the Boston Police Strike for the striking policemen?
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In what year did the significant increase in strikes occur after the war?
In what year did the significant increase in strikes occur after the war?
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How did media coverage portray labor strikes during this period?
How did media coverage portray labor strikes during this period?
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What was the main goal of the leaders of the Russian Revolution?
What was the main goal of the leaders of the Russian Revolution?
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What does Prohibition refer to in the context of 1920s America?
What does Prohibition refer to in the context of 1920s America?
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Which term best describes a secret bar that operated during Prohibition?
Which term best describes a secret bar that operated during Prohibition?
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What role did Billy Sunday play in the temperance movement of the 1920s?
What role did Billy Sunday play in the temperance movement of the 1920s?
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What was a key outcome of the Scopes trial?
What was a key outcome of the Scopes trial?
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Which of the following statements best reflects the significance of the Sacco and Vanzetti case?
Which of the following statements best reflects the significance of the Sacco and Vanzetti case?
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How did the Eighteenth Amendment impact American society in the 1920s?
How did the Eighteenth Amendment impact American society in the 1920s?
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What was the primary belief held by management during the conflicts with union members?
What was the primary belief held by management during the conflicts with union members?
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Study Notes
Module 8: The Roaring Twenties
- Essential Question: Why did political, economic, and social tensions characterize the 1920s?
- Photograph: Gertrude "Ma" Rainey, an early blues singer, made over 100 recordings, including some with Louis Armstrong. She's considered "The Mother of the Blues."
- What Will Be Learned: The module explores the challenges and cultural changes following World War I in the 1920s, including postwar issues, changing lifestyles, the twenties woman, education, and popular culture, and the Harlem Renaissance.
- Lesson 1: The Business of America: A business boom followed the war, spurred by a rise in the standard of living, despite government scandals.
- Lesson 2: Postwar Issues: The desire for normalcy and fear of communism/foreigners fueled postwar isolationism; there was significant labor unrest.
- Lesson 3: Changing Ways of Life: Cultural conflicts were evident as traditions and values changed, particularly regarding Prohibition and evolving gender roles.
- Lesson 4: The Twenties Woman: Women pursued diverse lifestyles and jobs, leading to a changing family dynamic.
- Lesson 5: Education and Popular Culture: Mass media (movies, radio) played a crucial role in shaping culture, which was sometimes criticized by artists/writers.
- Lesson 6: The Harlem Renaissance: African American culture flourished in Harlem (New York), encompassing art, literature, music, and increased political activism.
Timeline of Events (1919-1929)
- United States Events: Warren G. Harding elected President, Sacco and Vanzetti convicted, Time magazine begins publication, Calvin Coolidge elected President, the Scopes trial, Charles Lindbergh solo transatlantic flight, Herbert Hoover elected President.
- World Events: Chinese Communist Party founded, Benito Mussolini appointed Italian Prime Minister, King Tut's tomb discovered, Mustafa Kemal became Turkey's first president, Vladimir Lenin died, British laborers declare a general strike, Hirohito became Emperor of Japan, President Álvaro Obregón of Mexico is assassinated, Joseph Stalin launches first Five-Year Plan in the USSR.
Lesson 1: The Business of America (Detailed)
- The Big Idea: Despite government scandals, a business boom followed the war, boosting American living standards.
- Key Terms/People: Warren G. Harding, Charles Evans Hughes, Fordney-McCumber Tariff, Ohio gang, Teapot Dome scandal, Albert B. Fall, Calvin Coolidge.
- One American's Story: Charles E. Sorensen worked for Henry Ford, instrumental in developing the Model T.
- Model T: The Model T and its successors had a significant impact on American society and the economy.
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Test your knowledge on significant U.S. economic policies implemented after World War I, including tariffs and financial arrangements. This quiz covers the Fordney-McCumber Tariff, the Dawes Plan, and the repercussions of these policies on international relations and industries during the 1920s.
