U.S History Pres 4

What did the Supreme Court decide in Schenck vs. U.S.?

Ruled that if an individual's free speech presents a 'clear and present danger' to others, the government could impose restrictions.

How many votes did the 19th Amendment pass by?

The 19th Amendment passed Congress by 2 votes on June 4th, 1919.

Did Wilson's League of Nations pass Congress/the Senate?

The proposal for the U.S. to join the League of Nations failed.

What law was meant to enforce Prohibition?

Congress passed the Volstead Act on October 28, 1919.

What was the purpose of the rebranded FBI?

To fight communists, Palmer rebranded the FBI.

Who was determined to arrest all communists?

Attorney General Palmer determined that no communist revolution would ever happen in the U.S.

When did America become a dry country?

America became a dry country starting on January 16th, 1920, when the 18th Amendment went into effect.

What was Alice Paul's controversial decision?

Alice Paul announced that the 19th Amendment was for white women, not African Americans, to appease white southerners.

How much did WW1 cost the U.S.?

The total cost of WW1 was over $110 billion, making it the most expensive endeavor at that point.

Who was signing documents for Wilson after his stroke?

First Lady Edith kept him away from officials and was signing documents for him.

How many Americans died from the flu pandemic?

675,000 Americans died because of the pandemic.

What was wrong with the Volstead Act?

The Volstead Act itself was full of loopholes.