Roaring Twenties EOC Review

Which of the following events is associated with the Roaring Twenties?

• The founding of the United Nations

• The Scopes "Monkey" Trial

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The start of World War II

Answer explanation

The Scopes 'Monkey' Trial is associated with the Roaring Twenties, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What was a significant event during the Roaring Twenties that involved Sacco and Vanzetti?

• They were elected as senators.

• They were involved in a famous bank robbery.

• They were controversially executed.

• They won Nobel Prizes.

Answer explanation

Sacco and Vanzetti were controversially executed during the Roaring Twenties, making it a significant event in their lives.

Which headline reflects the racial tensions that were present during the Roaring Twenties?

• "Wilson Fears Red Menace"

• "Blacks and Whites Killed in Race Rioting in Washington"

• "Seven Killed in Race Riots"

• Both B and C

Answer explanation

Headlines 'Blacks and Whites Killed in Race Rioting in Washington' and 'Seven Killed in Race Riots' reflect racial tensions during the Roaring Twenties.

What was the Red Scare of 1919 associated with?

• The spread of democracy in Russia

• The Bolsheviks leading a revolution in Russia

• The establishment of new trade agreements with Russia

• The end of World War I

Answer explanation

The Red Scare of 1919 was associated with the Bolsheviks leading a revolution in Russia, causing fear of communism spreading to the United States.

What did the Palmer Raids involve?

• Arresting thousands of foreign-born immigrants

• Providing financial aid to immigrants

• Encouraging immigration from Eastern Europe

• Promoting cultural exchange programs

Answer explanation

The Palmer Raids involved arresting thousands of foreign-born immigrants, not providing financial aid, encouraging immigration, or promoting cultural exchange programs.

What was the main purpose of the Immigration Act of 1924?

• To increase the number of immigrants from Asia

• To provide a quota system for immigrants based on national origins

• To abolish all immigration quotas

• To encourage immigration from the Western Hemisphere

Answer explanation

The main purpose of the Immigration Act of 1924 was to provide a quota system for immigrants based on national origins, limiting the number of immigrants from certain countries.

What was the significance of the Scopes Trial?

• It upheld the teaching of evolution in schools

• It represented a conflict between religious beliefs and scientific theories

• It led to the immediate legalization of teaching evolution

• It was unrelated to educational practices

Answer explanation

The significance of the Scopes Trial was that it represented a conflict between religious beliefs and scientific theories.

What was the Harlem Renaissance known for?

• A decline in artistic work within the American Black community

• An outpouring of artistic work unprecedented in the American Black community

• The introduction of new immigration laws

• The decrease in jazz music popularity

Answer explanation

The Harlem Renaissance was known for an outpouring of artistic work unprecedented in the American Black community, showcasing a flourishing of literature, music, and visual arts.

What was one of the key beliefs of W.E.B. Du Bois in his civil rights activism?

• He believed in maintaining the status quo of racial segregation

• He insisted on full civil rights and increased political representation for African Americans

• He supported the idea that African Americans should not pursue higher education

• He was against the formation of any African-American activist groups

Answer explanation

W.E.B. Du Bois insisted on full civil rights and increased political representation for African Americans.

What was Marcus Garvey known for?

• Being a leader in the American Civil War

• Founding the Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League

• Opposing the idea of African American self-improvement

• Promoting the assimilation of African Americans into European culture

Answer explanation

Marcus Garvey was known for founding the Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League.