Chapter 28 Summary

What legislation helped U.S. veterans return to civilian life after WWII?

The GI Bill provided unemployment compensation, low-interest loans, and education benefits.

Who faced difficulties in accessing GI Bill benefits after WWII?

African American, Mexican American, and gay veterans often could not take full advantage of these benefits.

What did President Truman's Fair Deal aim to improve?

It aimed to improve wages, housing, healthcare, and protect African American rights.

What was the primary conflict of the Cold War?

The struggle for world dominance between the United States and the Soviet Union.

What was one major tactic the U.S. used to combat Soviet expansion during the Cold War?

The U.S. committed resources to assist countries resisting Communist forces.

What major event occurred in Berlin during the early Cold War?

The U.S. achieved victory by thwarting Soviet attempts to cut Berlin off from the West.

What was a cultural shift during the Eisenhower presidency?

Young Americans married in record numbers and moved to suburbs, contributing to a consumer culture.

What genre of music became popular with the youth in the postwar period?

Rock and roll music drew from African American blues and addressed themes of youth and rebellion.

What landmark Supreme Court case challenged segregation in public schools?

Brown v. Board of Education prohibited segregation in public schools.

Who was Thurgood Marshall?

An African American lawyer who played a significant role in challenging segregation laws.

What grassroots action in Montgomery, Alabama, led to significant civil rights change?

The boycott of the city’s bus system by African American citizens.

What tragic event highlighted the violence against African Americans during the civil rights struggle?

The murder of Emmett Till exemplified the violent opposition to civil rights efforts.