American Society and Culture in the 1920s

American Society and Culture in the 1920s

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Business

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the transformative changes in American society during the 1920s, highlighting economic growth, the rise of consumerism, and technological advancements. It discusses the impact of automobiles, aviation, and radio, as well as cultural shifts in literature and film. The video also covers demographic changes and the speculative boom on Wall Street.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key factors that propelled the American economy in the 1920s?

Increased government spending

Tax policies encouraging investment

High tariffs on imports

Decreased consumer spending

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the automobile industry impact American society in the 1920s?

It led to the decline of the petroleum industry

It made cars a luxury item

It decreased the need for public transportation

It contributed to the growth of suburbs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event marked the beginning of the aviation age?

The first commercial flight

Lindbergh's solo transatlantic flight

The invention of the jet engine

The Wright brothers' first flight

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did radio play in the 1920s?

It was a luxury item for the wealthy

It was used exclusively for political propaganda

It was primarily used for military communication

It became a mainstream medium for news and entertainment

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which movie is considered the first 'talkie'?

Gone with the Wind

The Jazz Singer

Metropolis

The Great Train Robbery

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What demographic shift occurred during the Roaring Twenties?

There was a significant increase in immigration

More Americans moved to rural areas

More Americans lived in cities than in the countryside

The population of the southern states doubled

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the flapper style known for?

Formal and elegant attire

Comfortable and revealing clothing

Traditional and conservative fashion

Military-inspired outfits

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