The Roaring 20s

what 2 things are the 1920s are called

Jazz age or roaring 20s

what period were we in

modern america

where did most people live

cities for higher standard of life

age of prosperity

Economic growth and cultural change during the 1920s in America, marked by the mass production assembly line and the automobile

whats happening with farming during this time

Farming faced challenges due to overproduction, leading to falling prices and economic hardship for many rural families. (entered depression)

what was going on the south

black Americans continued to live in poverty sharecropping but farming was better over there

great migration

The movement of African Americans from the rural South to urban areas in the North and West, seeking better economic opportunities and escaping racial discrimination

republican power

The dominance of the Republican Party in the 1920s, characterized by pro-business policies and the election of Presidents Warren G. Harding and Calvin Coolidge.

culture of the roaring 20s

radio, silent movies, Charlie Chaplin, talkies, The Jazz Singer starring Al jolson. Mary Pickford became america’s sweetheart

babe ruth

A legendary baseball player who became a cultural icon in the 1920s, known for his remarkable home run records and larger-than-life persona.

Ty Cobb

A Major League Baseball player who was considered one of the best of all time, known for his exceptional batting skills and aggressive playing style during the early 20th century.

charles lindbergh

known as the Spirit of St. Louis, flew across the Atlantic ocean. Ocean

the 20s is the jazz age

characterized by the proliferation of jazz music, dance halls, and a cultural revolution in America.

flappers

single women in the 1920s who embraced new fashions and lifestyles, symbolizing women's liberation and rebellion against traditional norms.

writers of the 20s

f Scott Fitzgerald (Great Gatsby)

Ernest Hemington Way

musicians

louis armstrong (what a wonder world)

Duke Ellington

19ths amendment (1920)

women fought for the right to federally votein the United States, marking a significant advancement in the women's suffrage movement.

what kind of people caused a society in conflict

anti immigrant peopel

sacco-vanzetti-Trial (electric Chair)

A controversial legal case involving two Italian immigrants, Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti, accused of robbery and murder in the 1920s.

where was immigration on the 1920w

primarily from Southern and Eastern Europe, leading to rising tensions and restrictive immigration laws.

what new religions appeared in the 1920s

jewish,orthodox,catholic

nativism grew

during the 1920s, as native-born Americans reacted against the increasing number of immigrants and cultural diversity.

red scare

an intense fear of communism and anarchism in the United States, leading to widespread paranoia and government crackdowns on suspected radicals.

what did people want Congress to do

restrict immigrationand implement immigration quotas to limit the influx of foreigners.

J Edgar hoover

rounded up immigrants suspected of radicals and deported them

the ku klux klan

against blacks

against immigrants

catholics

semitic

women

the birth of a nation

is a controversial 1915 film directed by D.W. Griffith, known for its portrayal of the Ku Klux Klan as heroic figures and its racist depictions of African Americans.

scopes monkey trial

was a 1925 legal case in Tennessee that debated the teaching of evolution in schools

prohibition

was a nationwide ban on the sale, production, and transportation of alcohol in the United States from 1920 to 1933, leading to the rise of bootlegging and organized crime.

18th amendment

banned, sell, or make it the sale of alcohols

1919

was the year the 18th Amendment was ratified, starting Prohibition in the United States.

gangsters

were organized crime figures who profited from illegal activities during Prohibition, often involved in bootlegging and the distribution of alcohol.

what it difficult to enforce the 18th amendment

yes

when did prohibition end

Prohibition ended in 1933 with the ratification of the 21st Amendment.

black tuesday

refers to October 29, 1929, the day when the stock market crashed, marking the start of the Great Depression.

buying on margin

is a practice where investors pay 10% to purchase stocks, increasing the potential for profit but also risk.

panic selling

is the rapid selling of stocks due to fear, often triggered by market downturns, leading to further declines in stock prices.

What is the ripple effect in the economy?

The ripple effect is when the failure of one business or sector causes widespread impacts on other industries and consumers.

What is the economic cycle?

The economic cycle refers to the ups and downs of economic activity over time, usually including periods of growth and decline.

how are productivity and unemployment related

Productivity and unemployment are inversely related; as productivity increases, unemployment tends to decrease because higher output often leads to job creation.

overproduction

Overproduction occurs when the supply of goods exceeds consumer demand, often leading to price drops and economic imbalances.

uneven disf of wealth

unequal allocation of assets and income across different segments of society, often leading to economic disparities and social tensions.

poverty line in the 1920s

the minimum income level necessary to secure basic needs such as food, shelter, and clothing. In the 1920s, many Americans fell below this threshold due to economic inequalities and unemployment.

what was middle class like in the 1920s

The middle class in the 1920s experienced significant growth and enjoyed increased disposable income, leading to greater access to consumer goods, entertainment, and home ownership, although they still faced economic uncertainties.

president Hoover's response to the great depression

He did not believe that the government should play an active role in the economy and preferred voluntary measures and local assistance to address economic hardships.

tariff wars

increasined tariffs on foreign goods to protect American industries but led to retaliatory measures from other countries,

smooth Hawley tariff

tariffs that raised duties on over 20,000 imported goods, resulting in widespread retaliation from trading partners

how did Americans react to hoover plan

frustration

ineffective

protests

bonus march

A protest by World War I veterans in 1932 seeking early payment of a bonus promised for their service, which culminated in a march to Washington, D.C.

bonus army

A group of World War I veterans who marched on Washington, D.C. in 1932 to demand early payment of bonuses they were promised for their military service.

hoovervilles

shantytowns built by homeless people during the Great Depression, named after President Hoover as a critique of his policies.

1932 election

Franklin D. Roosevelt defeated Herbert Hoover. This election marked a significant shift in American political leadership and policies.

how many people were unemployed

1/4

FDR- the new deal

A program implemented by Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the Great Depression aimed at economic recovery and relief for the unemployed.

banking holiday 1st step by FDR

to stabilize the banking system by closing banks temporarily to prevent runs.

FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation)

Protect your money if something happens to it.

SEC (security exchange commission)

A U.S. government agency created to regulate the securities markets and protect investors from fraudulent practices.

Gold Standard

A monetary system where the value of currency is directly linked to gold, which sets a fixed rate of exchange for currency.

Alphabet soup

the collection of government programs, aimed at economic recovery and social reform.

NIRA (national Industrial recovery act)

A key piece of legislation from the New Deal era that aimed to stimulate industrial growth, improve labor conditions, and promote fair competition in the economy.

what did the NIRA establish

wages

TVA Tennessee valley authority

A federally owned corporation created dams, navigation, flood control, and electricity generation,

WPA (Works Progress Administration)

The New Deal agency that provided jobs and income to the unemployed during the Great Depression

AAA agricultural adjustment act

aimed to boost agricultural prices by reducing surpluses.

Food stamp act of 1939

\provide food assistance and nutrition support to low-income families by offering benefits to purchase food.

CCC Civilian Conservation Corps

provided jobs for young men to work on environmental projects

social security act

A law that established a federal safety net for elderly and disabled Americans by providing financial assistance and unemployment benefits.

creeping socialism

A term used by critics to describe the gradual expansion of government programs and intervention in the economy, especially during the New Deal era.

welfare state

provides social and economic support to its citizens, including healthcare, education, and retirement benefits, ensuring a basic standard of living.

the supreme court

the supreme court swing voter

a key justice whose vote can determine the outcome of a case, often shifting the court's decisions.

FDR’s pack the court

expand the Supreme Court by adding additional justices, aiming to gain favorable rulings for his New Deal legislation.