Ch. 24: The Jazz Age

Front

Which statement best describes the economy during the 1920's?

Back

the government followed a policy of laissez-faire economics

Front

Which statement is NOT correct about consumers during the 1920's?

Back

They saved their money instead of spending it.

Front

What amendment was created as a result of the temperance movement?

Back

18th

Front

What did the NAACP try to protect?

Back

the civil rights of African Americans

Front

What types of things did people do for entertainment in the 1920's?

Back

They listened to the radio and went to the movies.

Front

When investors purchase stock and don't pay the full price it is known as:

Back

on margin

Front

The burst of creativity by African Americans in New York City was called the:

Back

Harlem Renaissance

Front

In what ways did people in the 1920's differ from Americans before them?

Back

They had more leisure time and wanted to have fun

Front

What caused difficulty for farmers in the 1920's?

Back

Better machinery caused overproduction of crops

Front

Why were the 1920's called "The Roaring 20's"?

Back

young people rebelled against old values