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What was the unemployment rate in the USA during the 1920s?

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Unemployment never rose above 3.7 percent.

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By how much did the production of industrial goods increase between 1922 and 1929?

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Production rose by 50 percent.

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What manufacturing technique was famously developed by Henry Ford?

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Mass production using moving assembly lines.

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What was the price of a ‘Model T’ Ford in 1914 and in 1925?

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$950 in 1914 and $250 by 1925.

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What was the impact of mass production techniques on clothing during the 1920s?

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Standard clothing sizes allowed for mass production of clothing.

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Who developed time and motion techniques in management science?

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Frederick W. Taylor.

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What was the spending on advertising by companies in 1929?

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$3 billion annually.

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What technological advance greatly affected leisure time in the 1920s?

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The development of electricity and household appliances.

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How many cars were produced in the USA between 1920 and 1929?

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The number of cars rose from 7.5 million to 27 million.

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Which three firms dominated the motor industry in the USA during the 1920s?

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Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler.

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What economic policies did Republican governments in the 1920s favor?

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Laissez-faire policies with minimal government interference.

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What was the purpose of the Fordney–McCumber tariff passed in 1922?

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To raise tariffs and protect US manufactured goods.

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What was the impact of hire purchase on the economy during the 1920s?

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It fueled economic prosperity but led to increased personal debt.

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What happened to wheat prices after the First World War?

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Wheat prices fell from $2.5 to $1 per bushel.

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What was the Agricultural Credits Act of 1923?

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It provided loans to farming co-operatives.

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What was the living condition of many black Americans in the 1920s?

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Many lived as sharecroppers in the South.

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What percentage of families earned less than $2,000 in 1929?

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60 percent of families.

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What were the causes of the Wall Street Crash of 1929?

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Overproduction, weak construction industry, land speculation, and banking system weaknesses.

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What is meant by ‘buying on the margin’?

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Buying shares on credit with a 10 percent deposit.

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What immigration laws were passed in the 1920s?

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1921 Emergency Immigration Law and 1924 Johnson–Reed Act.

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What was the Red Scare associated with?

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Fears of a Communist revolution in the USA.

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How many were arrested during the Palmer Raids?

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6,000 were arrested.

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What was the estimated range for Communist membership at the time of the Red Scare?

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Between 100,000 and 600,000.

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Fill in the blank: The prosperity of the 1920s was mainly associated with the _______.

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[industrial North and far West]

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True or False: The 1920s saw a decrease in the number of electrical goods sold annually.
False.
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What did the growth of agri-businesses mean for small farmers?
It squeezed small farmers and made conditions worse.
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What was the USS Buford nicknamed?
The ‘Soviet Ark’
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How many 'undesirable' aliens did the USS Buford deport to Russia?
249
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What was the estimated range of Communist membership in the USA during the Red Scare?
100,000 to 600,000
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Who provided a more realistic estimate of Communist membership?
Professor Gordon Watkins
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What did many confuse with political radicalism during the Red Scare?
Industrial action for better pay and working conditions
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What did some cynics believe Palmer promoted?
The idea of the Red Scare to support his presidential ambitions
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What date did Palmer warn of a huge Communist demonstration that did not occur?
20 May 1920
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Who were Saccho and Vanzetti?
Two Italian-Americans accused of armed robbery and executed in 1927
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What political ideology did Saccho and Vanzetti profess?
Anarchism
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What organization aimed to maintain white supremacy over former slaves?
The Ku Klux Klan
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How many members did the Ku Klux Klan gain by 1921?
100,000
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What groups did the Ku Klux Klan attack?
Blacks, Jews, Catholics, and anyone supporting un-American ideas
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What methods did the Ku Klux Klan use to demonstrate their presence?
Rallies and marches
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Who were two notable leaders of the Klan?
Edgar Clark and Elizabeth Tyler
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What did the Klan charge recruits to join?
$10
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What was the Klan's influence in politics during its peak?
It could control politicians and police in certain areas
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What led to the collapse of the Ku Klux Klan?
Corruption within its ranks
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What did the Klan attempt to turn into a social club?
Its leadership and activities
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What was the role of women in the workplace during the 1920s?
Limited opportunities, with focus on marriage and childcare
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What did the 19th Amendment of 1920 achieve for women?
The right to vote
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What was the employment status of most working women by 1930?
Low-paid employment such as clerical or domestic service
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What organization championed birth control for women?
The American Birth Control League
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What term describes liberated young women in the 1920s?
Flappers
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What did Prohibition ban in the USA?
The sale, transportation, and manufacture of intoxicating liquor
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What was a major consequence of Prohibition?
The rise of organized crime
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What was one reason for the failure of Prohibition?
Difficulty in policing the extensive coastline
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Who was a notorious gangster during Prohibition?
Al Capone
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What was the estimated financial impact of Al Capone's gang?
$70 million worth of business
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What did the Wickersham Committee conclude about Prohibition?
It could not be enforced
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What cultural movement emerged in Harlem during the 1920s?
The Harlem Renaissance
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What was the defining sound of US cities in the 1920s?
Jazz
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Who were prominent writers during the 1920s?
Ernest Hemingway and F Scott Fitzgerald
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What was the impact of cinema in the 1920s?
Became a major form of entertainment and cultural escape
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What was a significant concern regarding cinema during the 1920s?
Moral corruption among audiences
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What sport became particularly popular in the 1920s?
Baseball
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What was the estimated earnings of boxer Jack Dempsey over his career?
$10 million
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What role did Hays play in the film industry?
Hays served as a censor to ensure film content remained ‘clean’ and ‘wholesome’ ## Footnote Hays was responsible for the enforcement of moral standards in films during the early 20th century.
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What characterized the 1920s in terms of sport?
The 1920s was an age of mass spectator sport with many sports personalities becoming millionaires ## Footnote Sponsorship played a significant role in the financial success of athletes during this time.
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How much did boxer Jack Dempsey earn throughout his career?
$10 million ## Footnote Dempsey was one of the highest-paid athletes of his time.
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What was Babe Ruth's earnings from baseball?
Over $800,000 from playing ## Footnote Babe Ruth became a cultural icon and one of the highest-paid athletes in history.
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Why did baseball become particularly popular in the 1920s?
Due to the emergence of supremely talented players like Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig ## Footnote Their performances attracted large audiences and media coverage.
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What was significant about the stadiums built during the 1920s for baseball?
Massive stadia like the West Side Grounds in Chicago were constructed ## Footnote These facilities were designed to accommodate the growing number of fans.
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How was baseball coverage expanded in the 1920s?
Radio regularly covered matches for those who could not attend ## Footnote This helped to popularize the sport and reach a wider audience.
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What was the status of racial segregation in baseball during the 1920s?
The sport was strictly racially segregated ## Footnote This segregation limited opportunities for black players in major leagues.
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What was the purpose of the Negro National Baseball League formed in 1920?
To accommodate black American players and spectators ## Footnote The league provided a platform for talent and entertainment in the black community.
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What event marked the high point of the Negro National Baseball League season?
The East-West All-Star game ## Footnote This game attracted crowds of over 30,000, highlighting its popularity.
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What was notable about black American leagues during the 1920s?
They were among the most profitable black-American owned businesses ## Footnote This reflected the economic success and cultural significance of black baseball.

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