unit 2 test Flashcards
role of propaganda
- convinced Americans to change their lifestyles to help support war efforts
- Provided women opportunities to work during WWII
- protected the American image by using biased points of view
how did American views of isolationism change over time?
- As the war went on, the US only chose to join the war once it was directly affecting American safety (Pearl Harbor)
how did consumerism change the culture and economy of America?
- gave women more financial freedom
- prospered off of the fragile state of the
US post-WW1 - Offered financial opportunities which also led to increased financial freedom
- created installment buying: cause of the Great Depression
Was the new deal positive or negative for America?
Positive:
- allowed labor unions to thrive
- created millions of employment opportunities
- helped to support older people
- gave new communities access to electricity
Negative:
- was racially discriminatory
- some argued that FDR was overstepping his power
Why did the US get involved in the growing global conflicts?
- Cash and Carry policy: we give you weapons if you pay in cash and transport on your own
- Boost the economy/repair damages from the Great Depression
- Protect Democracy/ the 4 Freedoms
Did our actions at home contradict or support our national freedoms?
Contradict:
- Japanese Internment: violated 5th amendment rights of Japanese Americans
- Propaganda specifically: instilled fear in Americans, violations of freedom from want
Support:
- Protect free speech, trying to create a sense of protection, protect democracy
