U.S. History Exam 2 - FLASHCARDS - 3_2 Lecture 8
What was the Scopes Trial?
John Scopes charged by state of Tennessee for teaching evolution in schools. Clarence Darrow defended him and William Jennings Bryan was the prosecution lawyer. Scopes was convicted, but released on technicality
What was the Butler Act?
prohibited teaching evolution in schools
When was the Republican Party dominant?
1920s. Controlled the White House from 1921 through 1933
When did Warren G Harding run?
1920 through 1923. Wanted to bring the US to how it was before the Great War
When did Calvin Coolidge run for president?
1923 through 1928. Promised a hands off approach to big business. Let the economy do what it wants.
Who was Herbert Hoover?
Ran from 1928 to 1932. Defeated Democratic candidate, Al Smith. First Quaker in office
Who was the first Democrat since the Civil War not to carry the South?
Al Smith
Who was Al Smith?
first Roman Catholic to run. Governor of New York. Opposed to prohibition
What was the Bonus Army?
Hoover promised in 1924 that servicemen would receive a bonus for their service, in 1945
How were prices in 1929?
400% higher than in 1924. People would pass time with investing in stocks
What was the Great Depression?
Economic depression in 1929 where stocks collapse
What was Black Thursday?
In 1929, stocks lost half of their total value. Over 10 billion dollars vanished from the stock market within 5 hours. 16 million shares were traded.
What was the impact of the Great Depression?
Banks curtailed lending: global ripple effect. 26 thousand businesses failed and the economy fell by 50%
How many banks fell from 1929 to 1932?
5500 banks failed
What did Herbert Hoover push for?
Voluntary cooporation. The government should assist, not regulate businesses.
