The Roaring 20's Crash Course US History

The video explores the 1920s, highlighting its cultural, economic, and social dynamics. It covers the era's prosperity, technological advances, and the rise of consumer culture. The video also discusses the economic policies of laissez-faire capitalism, government corruption, and the impact of these on society. Social changes, including the Harlem Renaissance and women's liberation, are examined alongside economic disparities and immigration restrictions. The video concludes with a look at civil liberties, the resurgence of the KKK, and the Scopes Trial, reflecting the contradictions of the decade.

Describe the relationship between big business and government during the 1920s.

What was the impact of the automobile on American society in the 1920s?

In what ways did the 1920s reflect a contradiction between progress and reactionary movements?

How did immigration policies change during the 1920s, and what were the reasons behind these changes?