OMaM Flashcards
The Dust Bowl
Severe dust storms that damaged the ecology and agriculture of Americna and Canadian prairies of the 1930’s.
The Roaring 20’s
It was a decade of money, fashion, culture and prosperity.
Segregation
Setting someone or something apart from others.
The Great Depression
Period of poorness and poverty across America, primarily from the Wallstreet Crash of 1929. This happened from 1929-1939.
Margianalised
Treat someone or something as insignificant.
American Dream
The idea that every American should have equal opportunity to succeed through hard work and perseverence.
Nomadic/Migrant
Someone who drifts from one place to another, mainly to find work or better living conditions.
Racism
Prejudice or discrimination against someone because of their race or ethnicity.
Foreshadowing
Warning or indication of a future event.
Cyclical
Occurring in cycles
Hierarchy
A system in which members of an organization or society are ranked according to relative status or authority.
Isolation
Remaining apart from others
Omniscent Narrator
All-knowing voice of the story
Protagonist
Main character of a story
Loneliness
Without company or companionship