20's & 30's Pt. Two

Multiple Choice

What was the societal impact of women gaining the right to vote?

• Women faced increased discrimination, and sexual harassment in the workplace.

• Voting rights led to a decline in family values, rising numbers of divorce, and babies born out of wedlock..

• There was no significant change in political dynamics.
• increased political participation of women, changes in legislation, and a shift towards gender equality.

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Why did women's attire change during World War One?

• Women's attire changed to reflect traditional fashion trends of the time.
• Women's attire changed to emphasize luxury and elegance during the war.
• Women's attire changed to becoming practical due to their participation in the workforce

• Women's attire changed to incorporate military-style uniforms for social events.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a "flapper" in the 1920s?

• A female jazz musician, known for risqué dance moves

• A young woman embracing new freedoms, and clothing styles

• A female prohibition agent

• A female political activist

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Describe the role of flappers in the social changes of the 1920s.

• They were traditional homemakers

• They symbolized the new, liberated woman

• They were political leaders

• They opposed social change

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What were considered mass mediums in the 1920's?

• Radio, newspapers, and magazines
• Posters, films, and books
• Billboards, radio shows, and journals
• Television, pamphlets, and flyers

Multiple Choice

What significant milestone in film history is represented by The Jazz Singer?

• First color film

• First silent film

• First talkie

• First animated film

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Why is blackface viewed as derogatory?

• its viewed as harmless tradition with no negative implications.

• due to it's racist origins & the perpetuation of stereotypes.

• its viewed as a form of cultural appreciation and respect.

• it's celebrated for its artistic expression and creativity.

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What was the significance of the growth of radio in the 1920s?

• It linked individual radio stations

• It was a medium for the masses

• It was only popular in urban areas

• It replaced newspapers

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How did radio impact American culture?

• Radio primarily focused on local music scenes and had little national influence.
• Radio significantly shaped American culture by creating a shared national experience.

• Radio was mainly a tool for advertising and did not affect social interactions.
• Radio only served as a background noise and did not shape cultural trends.

Multiple Choice

What was the primary focus of the Scopes trial?

• The constitutionality of the law

• The guilt of Scopes

• The role of the ACLU

• The media coverage

Multiple Choice

Did the ACLU accomplish their goal with the Scopes Trial?

• The ACLU partially accomplished their goal.
• The ACLU's goal was irrelevant to the trial.
• Yes, the ACLU achieved their goal.
• No, the ACLU did not accomplish their goal.

Multiple Choice

After the Scopes "Monkey Trial" in Dayton, Tennessee:

• Fundamentalist religion remained the undisputed dominant force in American spiritual life

• John Scopes was sentenced to serve time in jail

• Christians found it increasingly difficult to reconcile the revelations of religion with modern science

• The gap between theology and biology began to close

• The conflict between evolution and creationism was finally settled in America

Multiple Choice

What was the historical significance of the Monkey Trial in terms of media coverage?

• It was the first trial broadcast on the radio

• It was the first trial to be filmed

• It had no media coverage

• It was only covered by local newspapers

Multiple Choice

Analyze the impact of Marcus Garvey's Back-to-Africa movement on African American identity.

• It had no impact on African American identity.

• It encouraged a sense of pride and connection to African heritage.

• It led to widespread migration to Africa.

• It was universally rejected by African Americans.

Multiple Choice

Why were immigrants scapegoated for societies problems post WWI?

• Immigrants were celebrated for their contributions to society after WWI.
• Economic growth led to to almost no unemployment and a decrease in immigration post WWI.

• Economic hardship, social unrest, and a desire to blame outsiders for perceived threats to jobs and culture.

• Social harmony was achieved by integrating immigrants and migrants into communities.

Multiple Choice

Which factor prompted the passage of this legislation?

• Denial of labor union membership for unskilled workers

• Increased nativism and anti-immigrant attitudes

• Wage increases for workers in manufacturing positions

• Increased U.S. involvement in foreign wars and conflicts

Multiple Choice

What impact did the First Red Scare have on immigration policy in the United States?

• It led to more open immigration policies

• It had no impact on immigration policies

• It resulted in stricter immigration quotas and restrictions

• It encouraged immigration from communist countries

Multiple Choice

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, which abolished immigration quotas was passed as a result of....

• The Cold War and its impact on foreign policy.
• The rise of anti-immigration sentiment in the 1950s.
• The economic boom and increased job opportunities.
• The civil rights movement and changing attitudes towards immigration.

Multiple Choice

What were the effects of installment buying in the 1920s on people's financial habits?

• People saved more money

• People lived above their means

• People became wealthier

• People stopped buying items

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What significant changes occurred in industry and business during the 1920s?

• The rise of technology

• The end of World War I

• The Great Depression

• The introduction of the internet

Multiple Choice

The demand for automobiles in the 1920s

• stimulated growth in many other industries

• led to a nationwide recession

• closed down the steel industry

• brought about the collapse of the suburbs

Multiple Choice

What were the roots of jazz music according to the text?

• Ragtime and blues

• Classical and folk

• Rock and pop

• Country and jazz

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Ragtime and blues evolved out of what genre?

• Classical symphonies
• Jazz improvisation
• African American folk music
• Rock and roll rhythms

Multiple Choice

What was the significance of the Cotton Club in the context of jazz music during the 1920s?

• It was a popular venue for white customers

• It featured only classical music

• It was the first jazz club in the U.S.

• It was known for its rock music shows

Multiple Choice

What was the contradiction of the Cotton Club?

• The contradiction of the Cotton Club was that it celebrated racial diversity while promoting equality.

• The contradiction of the Cotton Club was that it showcased black talent but enforced racial segregation.

• The contradiction of the Cotton Club was that it featured black artists in a fully integrated setting.

• The contradiction of the Cotton Club was that it was a venue for white performers only.

Multiple Choice

What characteristics defined the writers of the "Lost Generation"?

• Young, white, and disillusioned with post WWI America

• Elderly, white, and disillusioned with post WWI America

• Optimistic, traditional, and patriotic

• Focused on rural life

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What social class did most of the Lost Generation come from?

• lower-middle class
• middle and upper-middle classes
• working class
• upper class

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a major contribution of the Harlem Renaissance to U.S. culture? 

• It led to the increased popularity of vaudeville stage performers. 
• It brought about the most significant beat poets together. 
• It established jazz as a prominent musical form. 

• It focused attention on the antiwar literary genere

Multiple Choice

__________ coined the term "Jazz Age" and wrote the Great Gatsby.

• Zora Neale Hurston
• F. Scott Fitzgerald
• Sinclair Lewis
• George Gershwin

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The literature of the Harlem Renaissance

• explored the pains and joys of being black in America

• explored the origins of jazz

• was written by Marcus Garvey

• argued for the separation of races

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Why is the Harlem Renaissance of major importance in American History?

• It brought the African-American experience into the cultural conscious of the country.

• It finally gave much needed jobs to African-Americans during the Great Migration.

• The area of New York was rebuilt after a devastating fire.

• The government finally passed a law banning slavery.

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What were the ideological differences between the Lost Generation and the Harlem Renaissance?

• The Lost Generation focused on cultural celebration, while the Harlem Renaissance expressed disillusionment.
• The Lost Generation sought to unify diverse cultures, while the Harlem Renaissance promoted isolation and despair.
• The Lost Generation emphasized disillusionment and alienation, while the Harlem Renaissance celebrated cultural pride and identity.
• The Lost Generation highlighted optimism and hope, while the Harlem Renaissance critiqued societal norms.

Multiple Choice

Why did the desire for entertainment take on a more important role in the 1920's?

• The 1920s saw a decline in entertainment due to economic struggles.
• Entertainment became less important as people focused on work.
• The rise of technology made entertainment obsolete in the 1920s.
• Social change, economic prosperity, and a desire for escapism after World War I.

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