Period 7 (1890-1929) Flashcards
(53 cards)
What is the significance of the Reform and the 19th Amendment?
The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote, marking a major victory for the women’s suffrage movement.
How are imperialism and nationalism related?
Imperialism drives nations to expand their influence, often fueled by nationalist sentiments of superiority and competition.
What marked the end of isolationism for the U.S. during WWI?
The U.S. entered World War I, abandoning its previous policy of avoiding involvement in foreign conflicts.
What characterized the Roaring 20s?
An era of economic prosperity, cultural change, and social upheaval in the U.S. during the 1920s.
What is rugged individualism?
The belief that individuals should be self-reliant and responsible for their own success, often associated with American values.
What were the economic struggles and recovery efforts during the Great Depression?
Severe economic downturn leading to widespread unemployment, followed by recovery efforts through programs like the New Deal.
How did the U.S. become a superpower?
Post-WWII economic and military strength established the U.S. as a leading global power.
What is the assembly line?
A manufacturing process that increases efficiency by moving products through a series of workstations.
What does stock-based economy refer to?
An economy where businesses rely heavily on stock sales and investments, often leading to increased debt.
How did the Great Depression lead to the New Deal?
The economic crisis prompted FDR to implement the New Deal, a series of programs aimed at relief, recovery, and reform.
What technological advancements emerged during this period?
Innovations like airplanes, cameras, and mass production techniques for newspapers.
What are examples of nuclear/atomic warfare technology?
Weapons such as atomic bombs, machine guns, and submarines that changed the nature of warfare.
What was Theodore Roosevelt’s approach to conservationism?
Advocated for the protection of natural resources and established national parks.
Who was John Muir and what was his contribution?
A naturalist who championed preservationism and played a key role in the establishment of national parks.
What is the significance of National Parks?
Protected areas established to conserve natural beauty and wildlife, reflecting conservationist efforts.
What was the result of the Spanish-American War?
The U.S. gained new territories in the Caribbean and Pacific, marking its emergence as an imperial power.
How did the Great Depression contribute to the creation of shantytowns?
Economic hardship forced many people into makeshift homes known as Hoovervilles, named after President Hoover.
What was the Chinese Exclusion Act?
A law passed in 1882 that prohibited Chinese laborers from immigrating to the U.S., reflecting nativist sentiments.
What were the Immigration Quotas of 1921 and 1924?
Laws that limited immigration from certain countries, favoring northern and western Europeans over others.
What was the Great Migration?
The movement of African Americans from the rural South to urban industrial jobs in the North and West during WWII.
What characterized the Progressive Era?
A period of social activism and political reform aimed at addressing issues like moral reform, democracy, and economic inequality.
What is Prohibition?
The nationwide ban on the sale, production, and transportation of alcohol in the U.S. from 1920 to 1933.
What was the U.S. stance on isolationism during WWI?
The U.S. initially avoided involvement in WWI but later engaged under President Wilson’s leadership.
What were Wilson’s 14 Points?
A set of principles for peace negotiations at the end of WWI, emphasizing self-determination and international cooperation.
