National Politics in the 1920s

Who took office with a mandate to restore business as usual in the 1920s?

• Calvin Coolidge

• Herbert Hoover

• Warren G. Harding

• Andrew W. Mellon

What was Warren G. Harding's main concern during his presidency?

• Education reform

• Business

• Healthcare

• Environmental protection

Who was the Attorney General under Harding's administration?

• Andrew W. Mellon

• Herbert Hoover

• Harry M. Daugherty

• Alan B. Fall

What scandal was associated with the Harding administration?

• Watergate

• Teapot Dome Affair

• Iran-Contra

• Whitewater

Who succeeded Warren G. Harding as President?

• Herbert Hoover

• John W. Davis

• Calvin Coolidge

• Robert M. La Follette

What was the outcome of the 1924 presidential election?

• John W. Davis won

• Calvin Coolidge won

• Robert M. La Follette won

• Warren G. Harding won

What was a key factor in America's economic growth during the 1920s?

• Increased taxation

• Productivity

• Decreased immigration

• Agricultural expansion

By what percentage did stock dividends rise from 1922 to 1929?

• 50%

• 76%

• 108%

• 33%

What was the impact of technological improvements on labor costs in the 1920s?

• Increased by 20%

• Declined by nearly 10%

• Remained the same

• Increased by 5%

Which sectors saw a decline in growth and profits despite overall economic growth?

• Technology and finance

• Agriculture, textiles, and mining

• Healthcare and education

• Transportation and communication