Ch. 11 - The "Me Decade"

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What was hallucinogenic drug became central to the counterculture of the 60s and was later banned in 1968?

1. Long hair/facial hair & casual dress 2. Open Living (couples living together with/out being married) 3. contraception was available

What are three trends that became synonymous with the 70's?

African Americans wore "afro" hairstyles and African print clothing, American Indians demanded sovereignty and treaty rights, Hispanic Americans developed by lingual programs in schools, Asian settlers began opening businesses and universities and colleges offered more ethnic study courses.

How did Americas different races begin to proudly display their heritage and also fight for their rights?

The Godfather, All in the Family, Happy Days, Good Times, The Jeffersons

Name 3 tv shows or movies from the 70s?

Saturday Night Live, Brady Bunch, Hawaii Five-O, All in the Family

Name 3 tv shows of the 70s that are still being played today?

1974 - The Watergate Scandal

What year did Nixon resign and why?

The use of federal agencies to create a political cover up of the break in to the Democratic National Convention.

What was the Watergate Scandal?

Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries raised a barrel of oil from $3 to $12 and creating a shortage of oil in the US. (highest ever - June 2008, 136.41 per barrel. July 7, 2008 gas was $4.11 as a national average)

Why did the U.S have lines at the gas pump in 1973?

Jimmy Carter

Which president tried to limit dependency on foreign oil with a National Energy Policy?

a. Some live in communes
b. Some tried to live without cars and grow there own food
c. Tried to build awareness and spirituality
Yoga, Tai Chi, and EST gain popularity

How did some Americans try to escape the economic pressures of daily living in the 70s?

Billie Jean King

What female tennis pro beat Bobby Riggs in a professional tennis match?

More federal funding for women's sports programs in schools

What happened as a result of Bobby Riggs getting beat by a female tennis player?

Tom Wolfe, American author and journalist for The New Yorker magazine.

Who coined the phrase the Me Decade?

a. Common drug use
b. New Age attitudes
c. Self-indulgence
d. Self-centered thinking of EST
Sexual freedom

What were some of the reasons the 70s took on this the title of "The Me" decade?

Country Rock, Southern Rock, Progressive Rock, Glitter Rock, Heavy Metal, Art Rock, Reggae, Punk rock, New Wave, Hip Hop, Power Pop, Disco

Name 10 styles of music that emerged in the 70s: