Social Studies

What was Prohibition?

Prohibition was the legal ban of the manufacture, sale, or transportation of alcohol enforced by the 18th Amendment.

What were bootleggers?

Bootleggers were smugglers who hid bottles of liquor in their boots to sell during Prohibition.

What were speakeasies?

Speakeasies were illegal bars that became popular during Prohibition, making drinking more popular than ever.

Who was Al Capone?

Al Capone was the most notorious gangster in Chicago during Prohibition, known for organized crime.

What was the St. Valentine's Day Massacre?

The St. Valentine's Day Massacre was when Capone’s men, dressed as police, killed seven members of a rival gang in a warehouse.

List two reasons why Americans began to think that Prohibition was a mistake.

1. It created organized crime. 2. It increased the buying and selling of alcohol.

What did the 19th Amendment accomplish?

The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote.

What was the League of Women Voters?

The League of Women Voters was an organization that aimed to educate voters and guarantee women's rights.

Who were the first two women governors in the United States?

The first two women governors were Nellie Tayloe Roos of Wyoming and Miriam A. Ferguson of Texas.

What was the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)?

The ERA stated that equality of rights under the law shall not be denied based on sex.

Who was Alice Paul?

Alice Paul was a leading suffragist who advocated for women's legal rights and the Equal Rights Amendment.

What changes occurred in women's workforce participation during the 1920s?

In the 1920s, middle class women gained jobs as teachers, typists, secretaries, and even as doctors and lawyers.

Who was Amelia Earhart?

Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

How did the automobile impact the American economy in the 1920s?

The automobile industry created millions of jobs, stimulated related industries like steel and rubber, and led to highway construction.

What role did the assembly line play in the automobile industry?

Henry Ford introduced the assembly line in 1913, making car production more efficient and affordable.

How did radio contribute to a new national culture in America?

Radio provided entertainment and brought families together, allowing them to gather for news and shows.

What were some popular genres in early movies?

Early movies included westerns, romance, adventure, and comedies, often without sound.

How did the rise in consumer spending in the 1920s affect entertainment?

Rising wages and appliances gave families more disposable income to spend on entertainment like radio and movies.