Entertainment and Society in the 40s-70s

These flashcards cover key concepts in entertainment, societal changes, and political dynamics during the 1940s to 1970s.

Baby boomers were born between and .

1946 and 1967.

The first true Rock and Roll performance was published by __ with 'Stranger Things Happening Everyday'.

Rosetta Tharpe.

Bill Haley and His Comets created an anthem for youth rebellion called __.

'Rock Around the Clock'.

In United States vs Paramount Pictures, Inc., the complete control of one firm over production, distribution, and exhibition was considered a violation of __ laws.

antitrust.

The group cited for contempt of Congress during the HUAC hearings was known as the __.

Hollywood 10.

The development of the suburbs increased reliance on __ for transportation.

automobiles.

William Levitt built a new community named __ in 1947.

Levittown.

The Cold War was characterized by a lack of __ between the superpowers.

direct military conflict.

Both the United States and the Soviet Union engaged in an __ race during the Cold War.

arms.

The United States sought to expand its influence by promoting __ governments worldwide.

Democratic.