Nativism and Modern Times

Flashcards covering key concepts related to nativism and societal changes in the early 20th century.

Nativism

A return to isolationist foreign policy where immigrants are blamed for societal problems such as job loss, crime, slums, and disease.

Resurgence of KKK

A national nativist organization revived by the movie 'Birth of a Nation', targeting blacks, Catholics, Jews, immigrants, and others.

Immigration Restrictions of 1921 & 1924

Laws that limited immigration to 350,000 people annually and established quotas primarily for Southern and Eastern European countries.

Prohibition

A nationwide ban on the sale and consumption of alcohol, leading to corruption, organized crime, and other illegal activities.

Volstead Act

Legislation that defined the prohibition of alcohol, allowing certain exceptions including medicinal and religious use.

Flappers

Women of the 1920s known for their bold fashion choices and independence, often associated with smoking and drinking.

Margaret Sanger

A women's rights advocate who promoted birth control and increased societal openness about sex.

Comstock Laws

Legislation aimed at banning birth control and obscenity, rooted in moral and religious beliefs.

Blue Laws (Morality Laws)

Laws designed to enforce religious standards and morality, often restricting certain activities on Sundays.