Societal and Technological Growth in the 20th Century

Define Industrialization in US History

• the transition from an farming economy to an industrial and manufacturing-based economy, marked by technological advancements and urban growth.

• A focus on agriculture and farming techniques and growth of farms across the nation

• The decline of urban areas in the US and growth of Rural ones

The ______ _____ was constructed beginning in 1904 in order to facilitate trade and naval travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Based on the Map, how did the creation of the Panama Canal improve sea bound trade for the USA.

Which of the following was the primary goal of the Progressive Movement? [hint: Progressives = progress]

• they wanted to increase the role of the people in government

• they wanted to ensure that monopolies and trusts maintained power

• they wanted to continue laissez-faire capitalism

What caused the popularity of personal computers to rapidly increase in the late 1970s and the 1980s?

• The development of microprocessors enabled companies to make smaller and cheaper computers

• The development of social media allowed individuals from around the world to interact with each other

• The development of the Internet helped companies all over the world to conduct business with each other.

• The development of Reaganomics policies led to large increases in disposable income for many people.

What was a significant societal change in the 20th century related to women's rights?

• The right to vote was granted to women in many countries.

• Women were prohibited from working in factories.

• Women were required to serve in the military.

• Women were not allowed to own property.

Which technological advancement had a major impact on communication in the 20th century?

• The invention of the telegraph

• The development of the internet

• The creation of the printing press

• The discovery of electricity

What was the primary purpose of the United Nations, established in the 20th century?

• To promote international peace and security

• To control global trade

• To establish a global currency

• To create a single world government

Which event marked the beginning of the Space Age in the 20th century?

• The launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union

• The first human landing on the Moon

• The invention of the airplane

• The discovery of Pluto

What was a major effect of the Industrial Revolution in the 20th century?

• Increased urbanization and factory production

• A decline in technological innovation

• A return to agrarian societies

• The end of colonialism