1950’s

What was a negative consequence of the rise of Suburbs and the Interstate Highway Act?

• The American population increased greatly

• The US ran low on food supplies causing emergency ration programs to appear

• It increased deforestation and damage to the environment

• It allowed Communists to better infiltrate American society

What caused the Baby Boom, Interstate Highways, the growth of the Middle Class, and the rise of Suburbs.

• An increase in immigration

• A decrease in trade

• 1950S economic prosperity

• A reduction (decrease) in peacetime spending

A marked increase in the birthrate, especially in the US following WWII

• Baby Boom
• Summit
• Perjury
• Arms Race

The car culture of the 1950's led to...

• Spread of fast food chains and drive-in movies

• Increased the dependence on public transportation

• A decline in the number of shopping malls

• Revitalized older city neighborhoods

What is a Pacemaker?

• A person who keeps time during a long distance run

• It is a speedometer in a car

• An electrical device that controls the heart

• The name of a car from the 50’s

Who were primarily targeted during the Second Red Scare in the United States?

• Capitalist business owners

• Alleged communists and communist sympathizers

• World War II veterans

• Non-governmental organizations

The GI Bill helped veterans receive these..... (choose all that apply)

• Job training

• Loans for homes

• Education

• New cars

A campaign or practice that endorses the use of unfair allegations and investigations.

What was the FBI created for?

• investigate well-known artists, intellectuals, politicians, and activists

• Independent beliefs

• Investigate other countries for fraud

• Immigration policies

How long did the Baby Boom last?

• 1960-1964

• 1940-1950

• 1946-1964

• 1950-1959