Unit+14+-+The+1920s

This unit is going to be rather unique in that you will do almost all of the work for this unit outside of class. I want you to read Chapter 25 from you textbook. As you do so, please consider the following items:


 * What were some of the characteristics of the Second Industrial Revolution?
 * What were some of the economic weaknesses of this time period?
 * How did city life change during the 1920s?
 * How did the role of women change during the 1920s?
 * Give a few examples of how the arts changed during the 1920s. (i.e. The Harlem Renaissance)
 * Why were Americans so afraid of "radicalism" during this time period?
 * Why did prohibition come about? What was the impact of this policy?
 * What restrictions were placed on immigration during the 1920s?
 * What is meant by the term "fundamentalist challenge"? Give an example of fundamentalism that comes from this time period.
 * What was the Teapot Dome Scandal? Who was involved? What happened?
 * What were some of the elements of Republican policies during the 1920s?
 * What issues divided the Democratic Party during the 1920s?

There is NOT a time line or any other outside work for this unit for you to discuss. I would encourage you to get this done sooner, rather than later. We will spend some time in class on Tuesday, March 2nd discussing this chapter, albeit, our discussion will be rather brief.



Chapter 25 Reading Notes