1920's

Front

What was the main fear during the 1st Red Scare from 1919-1921?

Back

Fear of communists, anarchists, and foreigners

Answer explanation

During the 1st Red Scare (1919-1921), the main fear was of communists, anarchists, and foreigners, driven by the Russian Revolution and labor unrest, leading to widespread paranoia and government crackdowns.

Front

What event in 1919 contributed to the fear of communism in America?

Back

The Red Scare

Answer explanation

The Red Scare in 1919 was a period of intense fear of communism in America, fueled by the Bolshevik Revolution and labor strikes, leading to widespread paranoia about communist influence in society.

Front

The Sacco & Vanzetti Trial was significant during the 1st Red Scare because it:

Back

highlighted the anti-immigrant sentiment and fear of radicalism in the US.

Answer explanation

The Sacco & Vanzetti Trial exemplified the anti-immigrant sentiment and fear of radicalism prevalent during the 1st Red Scare, as the defendants were Italian immigrants accused of being anarchists, reflecting societal tensions of the time.

Front

The Immigration Quota Acts of 1921 and 1924 were significant because they:

Back

restricted immigration from specific countries.

Answer explanation

The Immigration Quota Acts of 1921 and 1924 were significant because they restricted immigration from specific countries, establishing quotas that favored certain nationalities while limiting others.

Front

What were some of the beliefs of the new Ku Klux Klan?

Back

White supremacy and nativism

Answer explanation

The new Ku Klux Klan promoted white supremacy and nativism, advocating for the superiority of the white race and opposing immigration and cultural diversity, which starkly contrasts with beliefs in racial equality and integration.

Front

What amendment passed Prohibition and was implemented by Congress?

Back

18th Amendment

Answer explanation

The 18th Amendment, ratified in 1919, established Prohibition in the United States, making the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages illegal. This amendment was implemented by Congress.

Front

Prohibition was difficult to enforce, leading to the rise of what illegal activities?

Back

Bootlegging and speakeasies

Answer explanation

Prohibition led to the illegal production and sale of alcohol, known as bootlegging, and the secret bars called speakeasies where people could drink. These activities thrived due to the difficulty of enforcement.

Front

Prohibition inadvertently gave rise to the "golden age of gangsterism." True or False?

Back

True

Answer explanation

True. Prohibition led to the rise of organized crime as gangs took control of the illegal alcohol trade, resulting in a significant increase in gangsterism during the 1920s.

Front

What was the main issue at the center of the Scopes Trial in 1925?

Back

The teaching of evolution in schools

Answer explanation

The main issue at the center of the Scopes Trial in 1925 was the teaching of evolution in schools, as it challenged traditional beliefs and state laws prohibiting such teachings.

Front

True or False: Scopes was found guilty because he violated the Tennessee Law banning the teaching of evolution.

Back

True

Answer explanation

Scopes was found guilty for violating the Tennessee Law that prohibited the teaching of evolution in schools, making the statement true.