US History TCI Quiz 28 Section 1-4

When did the Charleston dance begin?

• 1903

• 1920s

• 1923

• 1930s

What did the creation of new consumer culture in the 1920s emphasize?

• The importance of saving money

• The benefits of minimalistic living

• The consumption of large quantities of goods

• The rejection of modern appliances

What impact did Listerine advertisements have on sales revenues?

• They remained unchanged

• They declined significantly

• They rose into the millions

• They led to a decrease in sales

What city is the Charleston dance named after?

• The name of the person

• The name of a city

• The name of a music style

• The name of the band

What was the primary focus of Listerine advertisements in the 1920s?

• Promoting its use in surgeries

• Highlighting its germ-killing properties

• Emphasizing its popularity among sophisticated couples

• Addressing the issue of bad breath (halitosis)

Which medium allowed popular culture to have a voice in the 1920s?

• Newspapers

• Magazines

• Television

• Radio

How did Henry Ford impact American life in the 1920s?

• He revolutionized the aviation industry

• He made cars affordable and reshaped transportation

• He invented the first commercial airplane

• He introduced the Model T as a luxury car

Which composer wrote the 1923 tune “The Charleston” for the Broadway show Runnin’ Wild?

• Elida Webb

• Bee Jackson

• James P. Johnson

• Mrs. Opportunity

What is popular culture primarily shaped by?

• Ordinary people

• Industries that spread information and ideas

• Radio and television

• Print media

Who played a significant role in the development of broadcast radio during the early 20th century?

• Rudolph Valentino

• Charlie Chaplin

• David Sarnoff

• George Eastman