The American Dream (3) Flashcards
What is the American Dream?
The American Dream is the belief that anyone, regardless of where they were born or what class they were born into, can attain their own version of success in a society where upward mobility is possible for everyone.
Many people the USA as the land of ___, a place where anyone, wherever they came from or whatever their background, could make a success of their lives.
Opportunity
Why did millions of immigrants pour into America? (4)
- Jobs were available
- Wages were higher
- More opportunity to set up their own businesses
- Greater freedom
Which 3 qualities did Americans believe were needed to achieve the American Dream?
- Ambition
- Self-reliance
- Hard work
Who was Herbert Hoover?
The President of the USA from 1929-1933
Explain how Hoover went from rags to riches?
He was a poor orphan but made a fortune by the age of 40.
Hoover believed in ‘rugged individualism’, what is this?
The belief that all individuals, or nearly all individuals, can succeed on their own and that government help for people should be minimal.
