20th Century Cultural and Historical Figures

The post-war period was marked by loss and uncertainty but also by creativity and new ideas. Key figures like Einstein and Freud introduced groundbreaking theories. Literature and existentialism reflected the era's search for meaning. Jazz music emerged, symbolizing new freedoms, while women's roles evolved significantly. Technological advancements improved transportation and communication. The entertainment industry saw a revolution with the rise of radio and movies.

What was the key concept behind Einstein's theory that challenged the constancy of space and time?

• Quantum Mechanics

• Theory of Relativity

• Newtonian Physics

• String Theory

Sigmund Freud introduced the idea of the unconscious mind. What did he believe about human behavior?

• It is predictable

• It is largely irrational

• It is driven by conscious thought

• It is entirely rational

Which literary figure described the post-war world as a 'Barren Wasteland'?

• Virginia Woolf

• Ernest Hemingway

• T.S. Eliot

• F. Scott Fitzgerald

What philosophical movement did Jean-Paul Sartre lead that focused on individual meaning in life?

• Modernism

• Surrealism

• Realism

• Existentialism

What was the new musical style that emerged in the 1920s, characterized by lively and loose beats?

• Blues

• Jazz

• Classical

• Rock and Roll

What term was used to describe young Western women who embraced new freedoms in the 1920s?

• Dandies

• Bohemians

• Flappers

• Suffragettes

How did the development of automobiles after the war affect people's lifestyles?

• Encouraged suburban living

• Decreased mobility

• Reduced travel

• Increased urbanization

Who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic?

• Harriet Quimby

• Bessie Coleman

• Amelia Earhart

• Jacqueline Cochran

What was the first commercial radio station that began broadcasting in 1920?

• BBC

• WNYC

• NPR

• KDKA

Which silent film star was known for his portrayal of the 'Lonely Little Tramp'?

• Buster Keaton

• Harold Lloyd

• Charlie Chaplin

• Douglas Fairbanks