U.S. History 1920s Quiz

A foreign policy doctrine where a country seeks to minimize its involvement in international affairs and avoid alliances or conflicts with other nations.

A political and social ideology that favors the interests of native-born or established inhabitants over those of immigrants.

The belief in improving the genetic quality of the human population through selective breeding or other forms of intervention.

Periods of intense fear and suspicion of communism in the United States, particularly after World War I and during the Cold War.

Series of government actions in 1919-1920, led by U.S. Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer, aimed at arresting and deporting suspected anarchists, communists, and radical leftists.

Political and economic ideology advocating for a classless society where the means of production are owned and controlled by the community or the state.

Individuals who advocate for the abolition of all forms of hierarchical authority, including government, capitalism, and organized religion, in favor of self-managed, stateless societies.

Two Italian-American anarchists who were convicted of murder in 1921, largely due to their political beliefs and ethnic background, rather than concrete evidence.

A period in the early 20th century marked by the widespread use of automobiles, which revolutionized transportation, the economy, and society.

Term used to describe strategies in advertising that utilize media such as television, radio, and print.

The practice of borrowing money to buy something now and paying it back over time.

The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution which banned the production, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages.

A law passed to enforce the 18th Amendment, effectively ending the production, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages in the United States.

Secret bars or clubs that operated during Prohibition, where people could illegally drink alcoholic beverages.

A person who illegally sells alcohol, especially during Prohibition.

A period in the 1920s marked by significant cultural change, creativity, innovation, and a break from traditional ways. This change was seen in fashion, music, film, radio, science, literature, and art.

A period of economic prosperity and growth in the United States during the 1920s, characterized by widespread optimism, consumerism, and technological advancements.

A period of great cultural and artistic expression among African Americans in Harlem, New York City, during the 1920s.

A style of music characterized by its upbeat tempo and improvisation, popularized by African Americans and enjoyed by both black and white audiences.

A government policy that limits immigration based on national origin, often with the goal of favoring certain ethnic or racial groups.

A movement advocating for the improvement of the human race through selective breeding and other interventions, often with a focus on preventing certain traits from being passed on.

A period of widespread fear and suspicion of communism in the United States, characterized by government crackdowns on suspected radicals and leftists.

A group of political allies and friends of President Warren G. Harding, who held government positions and became involved in corruption scandals during Harding's administration.

A series of protests and strikes by workers against poor working conditions, low wages, and unfair labor practices.

A period of intense fear and suspicion of communism in the United States, characterized by government crackdowns on suspected radicals and leftists.

A policy where a country avoids getting involved in international affairs or forming alliances with other nations.

Favoring native-born citizens over immigrants, often with the goal of limiting immigrant influence.

The belief that humans can improve their genetic traits through selective breeding or other methods.

Periods of widespread fear and suspicion of communism in the United States.

Government actions in 1919-1920 aimed at arresting and deporting suspected communists and anarchists.

A political and economic ideology advocating for a classless society with communal ownership of resources.

A group of political allies and friends of President Warren G. Harding who were involved in corruption scandals.

A 1924 law that limited immigration based on national origin, favoring Western European countries.

A time period in the 1920s marked by economic growth and prosperity in the United States.

A cultural movement in the 1920s, led by African Americans, showcasing their creativity, music, art, and literature.

A famous gangster during the 1920s, associated with organized crime and bootlegging.