NYC Celebrates Armistice Day, Daredevils On Statue of Liberty

The transcript describes the cultural and social transformations in America during the Roaring Twenties. It highlights the excitement and liberation following World War I, with the emergence of flappers, bootleggers, and technological innovations like homemade racing cars and airplanes. The era was marked by daredevils and stuntmen, symbolizing the adventurous spirit of the time.

What marked the beginning of a new era for Americans after the war?

• The disappearance of old taboos

• The return of the Kaiser

• The end of the Great Depression

• The rise of new political parties

Which of the following was a popular cultural trend in the 1920s?

• The decline of jazz music

• The rise of the internet

• The popularity of flappers

• The invention of the television

What was a common activity among daredevils in the 1920s?

• Writing novels about the future

• Inventing new musical instruments

• Performing stunts on the Statue of Liberty

• Building skyscrapers

How did Miss Liberty interact with the homecoming boys in New York Harbor?

• She turned her back

• She sang a song

• She waved back

• She saluted them

What did the Statue of Liberty symbolize during this period?

• The beginning of the Great Depression

• The end of the prohibition

• A ringside seat for the army's return

• A new era of technology