HIST 151 2025 SP Exam-Midterm Study Guide

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Buffalo Soldiers
African American soldiers who served in the U.S. Army during the Indian Wars and the Spanish-American War.
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Gentility (Parlor Culture)
A cultural movement among the upper class promoting refined manners and social grace.
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Great Migration
The mass relocation of African Americans from the rural South to northern cities between 1916 and 1970.
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Harlem Renaissance
A cultural, social, and artistic explosion centered in Harlem, New York, during the 1920s.
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New Deal
A series of programs and reforms enacted by Franklin D. Roosevelt to recover from the Great Depression.
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Progressivism
A diverse social and political movement aimed at addressing the problems caused by industrialization and urbanization.
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Prohibition
The nationwide ban on the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcohol in the U.S. from 1920 to 1933.
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Treaty of Versailles
The peace treaty that ended World War I, imposing heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany.
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Women's Suffrage
The movement advocating for women's right to vote, culminating in the 19th Amendment in 1920.
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Spanish Flu
A deadly influenza pandemic that affected millions worldwide in 1918-1919.
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Red Summer
The summer of 1919, marked by civil unrest and numerous race riots in the United States.
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World War I
A global war fought from 1914 to 1918, in which the U.S. participated from 1917.
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Trench Warfare
A type of combat in which soldiers fought from deep trenches, characteristic of World War I.
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Dust Bowl
A severe drought during the 1930s that severely damaged the ecology and agriculture of the American prairies.
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Mass Culture
The set of ideas and values that arise from the proliferation of mass media in the early 20th century.
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Garveyism
A movement initiated by Marcus Garvey that advocated for the economic and political independence of Black people.
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Separate Spheres
A concept that promoted gendered division based on the belief that men and women belonged in different worlds.
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Jane Addams

A social reformer and activist who founded Hull House in Chicago, advocating for women's suffrage and social reform.

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William Jennings Bryan

A three-time presidential candidate known for his populist views and opposition to the gold standard.

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W.E.B. DuBois

An African American sociologist, historian, and civil rights activist who co-founded the NAACP.

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Marcus Garvey

A political leader known for promoting Black nationalism and the back-to-Africa movement.

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Madison Grant

An American eugenicist and author who advocated for the preservation of the 'Nordic' race.

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William 'Coin' Harvey

An American businessman and advocate for the free coinage of silver and the establishment of a monetary system.

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Billie Holiday

A renowned jazz and blues singer known for her emotive style and impactful songs.

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Herbert Hoover

The 31st President of the United States, serving during the Great Depression.

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Langston Hughes

A key figure of the Harlem Renaissance, known for his poetry and advocacy for African American culture.

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Jack Johnson

The first African American heavyweight boxing champion, known for his controversial reign and social defiance.

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William McKinley

The 25th President of the United States, whose assassination in 1901 led to Theodore Roosevelt's presidency.

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Paul Robeson

An African American singer, actor, and civil rights activist known for his activism and cultural contributions.

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Franklin Roosevelt

The 32nd President of the United States, known for his leadership during the Great Depression and World War II.

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Margaret Sanger

An activist known for her role in the birth control movement and founding of Planned Parenthood.

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Upton Sinclair

A novelist and social critic known for his work 'The Jungle,' which exposed labor conditions in the meatpacking industry.

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Booker T. Washington

An African American educator and civil rights leader who advocated for vocational education.

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Woodrow Wilson

The 28th President of the United States, known for leading the country during World War I and promoting the League of Nations.

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Pancho Villa

A Mexican revolutionary general known for his raids in the U.S. and significant role in the Mexican Revolution.

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African American Modernity and the Harlem Renaissance

The Harlem Renaissance was a cultural, social, and artistic explosion centered in Harlem, New York, during the 1920s, showcasing African American art, literature, and music, driven by the desire for representation and equality.

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Contradiction in African American Modernity of the 1920s

The contradiction lay in the coexistence of artistic flourishing and cultural recognition against a backdrop of persistent racial discrimination and segregation.

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Prominent Figures of the Harlem Renaissance

Key figures included Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, and Duke Ellington who made significant contributions through literature, theater, and music.

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Changes in Race and Racism from 1876 to 1940

Ideas of race and racism evolved from overt segregation and disenfranchisement to discussions of civil rights led by organizations like the NAACP and figures like W.E.B. Du Bois.

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Driving Forces Behind Changes in Race and Racism

The Civil Rights Movement, literary contributions, and socio-political activism drove changes in perceptions and policies regarding race and racism.

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Changing Notions of Women and Gender Roles (1876-1940)

Notions of gender roles transformed as women increasingly engaged in public life, pursuing education and professional careers, largely influenced by the suffrage movement.

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Concept of Separate Spheres

The concept maintained that men and women belonged in different societal roles, with men in public life and women in domestic roles; this was challenged by women's suffrage and the rise of labor movements.

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Role of Mass Culture in Gender Changes

Mass culture helped shape and redefine femininity by promoting new ideals of women's independence and consumption, reflecting in changes in women's body image and self-presentation.

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Impact of Mass Culture and Consumption on Identity

Mass culture and consumption altered ideas of race, ethnicity, and gender by promoting diversity while also perpetuating stereotypes and commercializing identities.

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Benefits of Mass Consumption

Benefits included increased access to goods and cultural products, fostering a sense of community and shared experience among diverse groups.

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Negative Consequences of Mass Consumption

Negative consequences included materialism, the commodification of culture, and the reinforcement of social hierarchies.

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Core Tenants of Progressivism

Core tenants included social justice, political reform, and economic regulation to address the issues posed by industrialization and urbanization.

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Unity and Division in Progressivism

Progressivism was unified in its goals for reform but divided over strategies and priorities, including racial and gender issues.

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Principal Advocates of Progressivism

Key advocates included Jane Addams and W.E.B. Du Bois, each promoting different aspects of social reform and advocacy for marginalized groups.

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Relationship of Progressives with the Federal Government

Progressives sought to use the federal government as a tool for reform, pushing for constitutional amendments to empower social change.

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Impact of Progressivism on Race and Gender

Progressivism had complex effects on race and gender, often sidelining issues of racial equality while advancing women's suffrage.

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Free Silver Issue

The free silver issue involved advocating for bimetallism, where both silver and gold would be used to back currency, emphasizing the advantages of increasing money supply and inflation to benefit farmers and working-class citizens.

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Advocates of Free Silver

Proponents included William Jennings Bryan, who argued that free silver would help increase inflation, making debts easier to pay for struggling farmers.

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Opponents of Free Silver

Opponents included bankers and industrialists who argued that the gold standard provided economic stability and benefitted those with wealth, like creditors.

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Who benefited from the Gold Standard?

The gold standard primarily benefited financial elites and creditors who favored a stable currency and controlled lending.

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Urban Growth in the Late 19th Century

The unprecedented urban growth was caused by industrialization, immigration, and rural-to-urban migration, leading to crowded cities and the expansion of infrastructure.

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Consequences of Urban Growth

Consequences included social issues such as overcrowding, pollution, and the rise of tenement housing, as well as cultural transformations and economic opportunities.

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Causes of the Stock Market Crash

Causes included excessive speculation, stock market manipulation, and underlying economic weaknesses, leading to widespread panic and financial collapse.

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Consequences of the Great Depression

Consequences included massive unemployment, economic downturn, social dislocation, and shifts in government policy regarding social welfare.

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Framing of the Crisis in the 1932 Election

Republicans framed the crisis as a result of inherent economic cycles, while Democrats blamed the Republican leadership for the failed policies exacerbating the Depression.

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Changes in Federal Government Role under the New Deal

New Deal programs expanded the power of the federal government to intervene in the economy, including social welfare and job creation initiatives.

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Reactions against New Deal Changes

Reactions included criticism from conservatives who felt the expansion of government power threatened individual liberties and free enterprise.

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Causes of World War I

Causes included militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism, alongside the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.

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U.S. Entry into World War I

The United States entered the war primarily due to unrestricted submarine warfare by Germany and the Zimmermann Telegram.

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Warring Alliances in World War I

The major alliances were the Allies, including France, Russia, and Britain, against the Central Powers, including Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire.

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Home Front Effects of World War I

The war led to increased industrial production, changes in workforce demographics, and a shift in women's roles as they took on jobs traditionally held by men.

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International Affairs Post World War I

The war reshaped international relations and led to the creation of the League of Nations, attempting to prevent future conflicts.

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Connection between World War I and World War II

The unresolved issues and treaties of World War I, particularly the Treaty of Versailles, set the stage for political and economic instability that contributed to World War II.

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