5.1-5.2 Roaring 20s

What was the main focus of President Harding's "Return to Normalcy" agenda?

• Expanding government regulations

• Pro-business policies

• Increasing military spending

• Promoting international trade

Which of the following was NOT a component of Harding's economic agenda?

• Encouraging free enterprise

• Limiting government regulations

• Increasing income taxes

• Raising tariffs on foreign imports

What was the Teapot Dome scandal primarily about?

• A military coup

• Bribery involving oil companies

• Election fraud

• Tax evasion

How did the Teapot Dome scandal affect public perception of the federal government?

• It increased trust in government

• It had no effect on public perception

• It caused citizens to lose trust

• It led to increased government transparency

Which technological advancement is associated with Henry Ford during this era?

• The steam engine

• The assembly line

• The telegraph

• The airplane

What was one effect of the assembly line on consumer goods?

• Increased prices

• Decreased availability

• More affordable prices

• Reduced quality

Which of the following was a result of Harding's pro-business policies?

• A declining economy

• A booming economy

• Increased government control

• Higher unemployment rates

What was one of the goals of raising tariffs on foreign imports under Harding's agenda?

• To promote international cooperation

• To protect domestic industries

• To increase foreign competition

• To reduce government revenue

Which of the following best describes the economic condition of the U.S. post-World War I?

• A period of economic decline

• A period of economic stagnation

• A period of economic growth

• A period of economic isolation

What was one of the reasons for reducing income taxes in Harding's agenda?

• To increase government revenue

• To encourage consumer spending

• To discourage investment

• To promote savings