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When was Prohibition repealed?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).
