1920s America Flashcards
Who was President between 1913 and 1921?
President Woodrow Wilson (a Democrat). He played a significant role in making America participate in WWI.
Who was President between 1921 and 1923?
President Warren G. Harding was a Republican famous for insisting that property was earned via. hard work. He focussed on boosting business.
Who was President between 1923 and 1929?
President Calvin Coolidge was a very popular Republican. He cut business taxes.
Who was President between 1929 and 1933?
Herbert Hoover- encouraged the public to invest in stocks. A Republican.
When was Woodrow Wilson president?
1913-1921
When was Warren G. Harding president?
1921-1923
When was Calvin Coolidge president?
1923-1929
When was Herbert Hoover president?
1929-1933
What was “Laissez-faire”?
A hands-off approach. Less policies surrounding business allowed the economy to grow faster. A philosophy adopted by the Republicans.
What was a “flapper”?
The stereotypical 1920’s young woman. Short hair +skirt, low neckline, may be a smoker, more luxurious and less restrictive clothes, makeup, etc.
When was Prohibition introduced?
1920
When was Prohibition repealed?
December 1933
What was a Speakeasy?
An illegal underground bar
What was a bootlegger?
Someone who illegally distributed alcohol
What was Prohibition?
From 1929 to 1933, Americans could not buy, sell or produce alcohol. A lot of people broke the law, or circumvented it by taking advantage of the fact that consuming alcohol was not explicitly banned (buying in advance).
What was moonshine?
Alcohol brewed at home with kitchen equipment. It often contained dangerous ingredients e.g. turpentine.
Give another name for prohibition.
The Volstead Act or the 18th Amendment National Prohibition Act
When was income tax introduced?
1913
When was the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre?
14th February 1929
