Unit 2 History Ch. 26

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    The Roaring Twenties pitted a cosmopolitan urban America against the values of an insular, rural America.

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    • False
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This quiz assesses knowledge of key socio-cultural shifts in the United States during the 1920s, covering topics like ethnic diversity, legal trials, prohibition, and the cultural split between urban and rural settings. It's designed to enhance understanding of American history from a critical perspective.

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  • 2. 

    During the 1920s, ideas of scientists about the nature of the universe inspired modernist artists to try new techniques.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    During the 1920s, there was a significant shift in scientific understanding of the universe, particularly with the development of theories like relativity and quantum mechanics. These new ideas challenged traditional notions of reality and influenced modernist artists to explore new techniques and ways of representing the world. The artists were inspired by the concept of a dynamic and ever-changing universe, leading them to experiment with abstract forms, unconventional materials, and innovative styles. This connection between scientific advancements and artistic expression is well-documented and supports the statement that ideas of scientists about the nature of the universe did indeed inspire modernist artists to try new techniques.

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  • 3. 

    The southern renaissance was characterized by a dying traditional world and the birth of a modern, commercial world inspired by World War I’s industrial production.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The southern renaissance refers to a period in the southern United States where there was a significant shift from traditional values to a more modern and commercial society. This transformation was influenced by the industrial production that occurred during World War I. Therefore, the statement that the southern renaissance was characterized by the dying traditional world and the birth of a modern, commercial world inspired by World War I's industrial production is true.

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  • 4. 

    Proponents of prohibition displayed ethnic and social prejudices in the drive to make America “dry.”

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Proponents of prohibition displayed ethnic and social prejudices in the drive to make America "dry." This means that those who supported the prohibition movement showed biases and discrimination based on ethnicity and social class while advocating for the banning of alcohol in the United States. This suggests that their motivations for supporting prohibition were not solely based on concerns about public health and morality, but also influenced by their own prejudices and biases.

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  • 5. 

    “Flappers” was the slang word for illegal drinking establishments in the 1920s.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The term "Flappers" was not the slang word for illegal drinking establishments in the 1920s. "Flappers" referred to a generation of young women in the 1920s who were known for their unconventional behavior and fashion choices. Illegal drinking establishments during that time were commonly referred to as "speakeasies."

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  • 6. 

    In the 1920s, people of Latin American descent became the fastest-growing ethnic minority in the United States.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    During the 1920s, there was a significant increase in the number of people of Latin American descent residing in the United States, making them the fastest-growing ethnic minority during that time. This could be attributed to various factors such as increased immigration from Latin American countries, economic opportunities in the US, and political instability in their home countries. The statement "True" accurately reflects this historical trend.

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  • 7. 

    All of the following could be associated with flappers EXCEPT:

    • Bobbed hair

    • Victorian values

    • Smoking and drinking

    • Shorter skirts

    Correct Answer
    A. Victorian values
    Explanation
    Flappers were a generation of young women in the 1920s who rebelled against traditional societal norms. They were known for their progressive and liberated attitudes, which included embracing new fashion trends, such as shorter skirts and bobbed hair. Additionally, flappers were known for their indulgence in activities that were considered unconventional for women at the time, such as smoking and drinking. However, Victorian values were associated with a more conservative and restrictive mindset, which contradicted the rebellious nature of flappers. Therefore, Victorian values do not align with the characteristics typically associated with flappers.

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  • 8. 

    Albert Einstein, Max Planck, and Werner Heisenberg were members of Al Capone’s gang in Chicago.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because Albert Einstein, Max Planck, and Werner Heisenberg were not members of Al Capone's gang in Chicago. Albert Einstein was a renowned physicist known for his theory of relativity, Max Planck was a physicist who is considered the father of quantum theory, and Werner Heisenberg was a physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics. None of them had any association with Al Capone or his gang.

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  • 9. 

    The “Susan B. Anthony amendment” concerned:

    • Women’s suffrage

    • Prohibition

    • Religion in society

    • Immigration restrictions

    Correct Answer
    A. Women’s suffrage
    Explanation
    The "Susan B. Anthony amendment" refers to the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. This amendment was a significant milestone in the women's suffrage movement, as it ensured that women had equal political rights and representation.

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  • 10. 

    The Ku Klux Klan of the 1920s was based mainly on:

    • Anti-Semitic rhetoric

    • Prohibition

    • Fundamentalist religious beliefs

    • “100 percent Americanism”

    Correct Answer
    A. “100 percent Americanism”
    Explanation
    The Ku Klux Klan of the 1920s was primarily based on the ideology of "100 percent Americanism." This meant that they believed in promoting and protecting what they considered to be true American values, which included white supremacy, nativism, and opposition to immigration. They sought to preserve what they saw as the traditional American way of life and culture, and viewed any groups that they perceived as threats to this as un-American. This included not only racial and religious minorities, but also immigrants, Catholics, Jews, and other marginalized groups.

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  • 11. 

    The culture of modernism emphasized order and certainty.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The culture of modernism did not emphasize order and certainty. Instead, it embraced experimentation, innovation, and a rejection of traditional norms and values. Modernist artists, writers, and thinkers sought to challenge and disrupt established conventions, often embracing ambiguity, complexity, and the unknown. This rejection of order and certainty was a defining characteristic of modernism. Therefore, the statement that the culture of modernism emphasized order and certainty is false.

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  • 12. 

    Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti were:

    • Convicted of bombing eight army supply trucks

    • Two Italian-born anarchists sentenced to death and executed even though there was doubt as to their guilt

    • Finally exonerated of the charges of payroll robbery and murder

    • Murdered by members of the Ku Klux Klan

    Correct Answer
    A. Two Italian-born anarchists sentenced to death and executed even though there was doubt as to their guilt
    Explanation
    Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti were two Italian-born anarchists who were sentenced to death and executed, despite doubts about their guilt. This suggests that they were wrongfully convicted and unjustly punished for a crime they may not have committed. The fact that there were doubts about their guilt indicates that there may have been flaws in the legal process or insufficient evidence to support their conviction.

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  • 13. 

    In 1921, Margaret Sanger organized:

    • The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)

    • The Women’s Christian Temperance Union (WCTU)

    • The College of New Jersey

    • The American Birth Control League

    Correct Answer
    A. The American Birth Control League
    Explanation
    Margaret Sanger organized the American Birth Control League in 1921. This organization aimed to promote and provide access to birth control methods and information. Sanger believed that family planning and contraception were essential for women's reproductive rights and overall well-being. The American Birth Control League later evolved into Planned Parenthood, which continues to advocate for reproductive health and provide reproductive healthcare services to this day.

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  • 14. 

    The theories of relativity and quantum physics led people to:

    • Have petting parties

    • Enter retirement

    • Deny the relevance of absolute values in society at large

    • Recognize jazz’s role in destabilizing American society

    Correct Answer
    A. Deny the relevance of absolute values in society at large
    Explanation
    The theories of relativity and quantum physics challenged traditional notions of absolute values and objective truths. These scientific theories introduced the idea that reality is subjective and dependent on the observer, undermining the concept of absolute values in society. As a result, people began to question and deny the relevance of absolute values in shaping societal norms and beliefs.

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  • 15. 

    The major American prophets of modernist literature lived in Europe.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because many major American prophets of modernist literature, such as T.S. Eliot, Ezra Pound, and Gertrude Stein, lived in Europe during the early 20th century. They were part of the expatriate community and found inspiration and artistic freedom in cities like Paris and London. Their works greatly influenced the development of modernist literature and had a significant impact on American literature as well.

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  • 16. 

    The Scopes trial:

    • Pitted William Howard Taft, former U.S. president and confessed agnostic, for the prosecution against fundamentalist Clarence Darrow for the defense

    • Concerned a state law that prohibited the teaching of evolution in public schools

    • Represented victory of the fundamentalist movement in America

    • Prosecuted Klansmen for lynching

    Correct Answer
    A. Concerned a state law that prohibited the teaching of evolution in public schools
    Explanation
    The Scopes trial was a famous court case that concerned a state law prohibiting the teaching of evolution in public schools. The trial pitted William Howard Taft, a former U.S. president and confessed agnostic, against Clarence Darrow, a fundamentalist, with Taft prosecuting and Darrow defending. The trial is often seen as a victory for the fundamentalist movement in America, as it highlighted the clash between religious beliefs and scientific theories. The correct answer reflects the main focus and significance of the Scopes trial.

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  • 17. 

    Women gained the right to vote in 1916 as World War I began.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because women did not gain the right to vote in 1916. In fact, it was not until 1920 that the 19th Amendment was ratified in the United States, granting women the right to vote. World War I began in 1914, but it did not directly lead to women gaining suffrage.

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  • 18. 

    The Ku Klux Klan of the 1920s was mainly a southern rural organization.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The explanation for the answer "False" is that while the Ku Klux Klan did have a strong presence in the South during the 1920s, it was not solely a southern rural organization. The Klan experienced a resurgence during this time and expanded its membership and influence across the United States, including in urban areas and even reaching as far as the Midwest and West. This expansion was fueled by a rise in nativism, anti-immigrant sentiment, and a desire to maintain white supremacy. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that the Klan of the 1920s was mainly a southern rural organization.

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  • 19. 

    The movement of southern blacks to the North:

    • Was called the Great Migration

    • Created the rise of the KKK

    • Saw many African Americans return to Africa

    • Was so large that southern agriculture was interrupted

    Correct Answer
    A. Was called the Great Migration
    Explanation
    The movement of southern blacks to the North during the early 20th century was referred to as the Great Migration. This mass migration was driven by various factors including economic opportunities, escape from racial violence, and the hope for a better life. African Americans sought better job prospects and a chance to escape the oppressive Jim Crow laws in the South. The Great Migration had a significant impact on the demographics, culture, and politics of both the North and the South, leading to the growth of African American communities and the emergence of new social and cultural movements.

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  • 20. 

    The Scopes “monkey trial” sought to keep the theory of evolution in science classrooms in Tennessee.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the Scopes "monkey trial" actually sought to challenge the teaching of the theory of evolution in science classrooms in Tennessee. The trial took place in 1925 and was a legal battle between John Scopes, a high school teacher, and the state of Tennessee, which had passed a law prohibiting the teaching of evolution. Scopes was found guilty and fined, but the trial brought national attention to the issue and is often seen as a landmark case in the debate between evolution and creationism in education.

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  • 21. 

    Which one of the following is associated with Dayton, Tennessee?

    • Margaret Sanger

    • F. Scott Fitzgerald

    • The lynching of three Italian anarchists

    • The Scopes trial

    Correct Answer
    A. The Scopes trial
    Explanation
    The Scopes trial is associated with Dayton, Tennessee. The trial took place in 1925 and was a landmark case in which a high school teacher, John Scopes, was accused of teaching evolution in violation of a state law. The trial attracted national attention and became a symbol of the clash between science and religion in American society. It is often referred to as the "Monkey Trial" due to the portrayal of the case in the media.

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  • 22. 

    Not being able to convict Al Capone on bootlegging charges, the federal government convicted him for:

    • Illegal immigration activities

    • Drug trafficking

    • Contempt of Congress

    • Tax evasion

    Correct Answer
    A. Tax evasion
    Explanation
    The federal government was unable to convict Al Capone on bootlegging charges, so they pursued a different avenue and convicted him for tax evasion. This means that Capone was found guilty of intentionally evading paying taxes, which is a criminal offense. By focusing on his financial activities and proving that he had not reported his income accurately, the government was able to successfully prosecute Capone and secure a conviction.

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  • 23. 

    Modernism and the southern literary renaissance were products of the:

    • 1910s

    • 1920s

    • 1930s

    • 1890s

    Correct Answer
    A. 1920s
    Explanation
    Modernism and the southern literary renaissance emerged during the 1920s. This period, also known as the "Roaring Twenties," was characterized by significant cultural and artistic changes. Modernism challenged traditional norms and embraced experimentation in literature, art, and music. The southern literary renaissance, on the other hand, focused on capturing the unique experiences and voices of the American South. Both movements flourished during the 1920s, making it the correct answer.

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  • 24. 

    Which amendment to the constitution gave women the right to vote?

    • Seventeenth

    • Eighteenth

    • Nineteenth

    • Twentieth

    Correct Answer
    A. Nineteenth
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Nineteenth Amendment. This amendment, ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote in the United States. It was a significant milestone in the women's suffrage movement and marked a major step towards gender equality in the country.

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  • 25. 

    Margaret Sanger distributed contraceptives through the mail.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Margaret Sanger did not distribute contraceptives through the mail. She was a birth control activist and advocate who founded organizations like Planned Parenthood, but she primarily focused on promoting and providing information about contraception rather than distributing them through the mail.

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  • 26. 

    Jazz:

    • Was a European innovation emerging from modern “classical” music

    • Blended African and European musical traditions

    • Was invented by Bennie Goodman

    • Helped calm the fears of rural fundamentalists

    Correct Answer
    A. Blended African and European musical traditions
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "blended African and European musical traditions". Jazz is a genre of music that originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It emerged as a fusion of African and European musical traditions, incorporating elements such as syncopation, improvisation, and blue notes from African music, and harmonies and instrumentation from European music. This blending of different musical styles and influences is what defines jazz and sets it apart from other genres.

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  • 27. 

    The culture of modernism was characterized by:

    • Religious fervor

    • Temperance

    • Developments in science that challenged perceptions of certainty

    • A reliance on the automobile

    Correct Answer
    A. Developments in science that challenged perceptions of certainty
    Explanation
    The culture of modernism was characterized by developments in science that challenged perceptions of certainty. During this time, there was a shift towards questioning traditional beliefs and embracing new ideas and technologies. Scientific advancements, such as Einstein's theory of relativity, Freud's theories on the unconscious mind, and discoveries in quantum mechanics, challenged long-held beliefs and introduced a sense of uncertainty and relativity in understanding the world. This led to a reevaluation of traditional values and a desire for progress and innovation.

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  • 28. 

    As a result of the Scopes trial:

    • John T. Scopes was found guilty of teaching evolution

    • The fundamentalist movement disappeared

    • William Jennings Bryan’s political career was revived

    • Tennessee’s anti-evolution law was declared unconstitutional

    Correct Answer
    A. John T. Scopes was found guilty of teaching evolution
    Explanation
    The Scopes trial resulted in John T. Scopes being found guilty of teaching evolution. This trial, also known as the "Monkey Trial," took place in 1925 and was a highly publicized legal battle between proponents of evolution and those who supported the teaching of creationism in schools. Scopes, a high school teacher, was charged with violating Tennessee's Butler Act, which prohibited the teaching of evolution in public schools. The trial ended with Scopes being convicted and fined, although the conviction was later overturned on a technicality. The trial highlighted the ongoing debate between science and religion in American society during that time.

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  • 29. 

    Alice Paul:

    • Was F. Scott Fitzgerald’s wife

    • Was the pseudonym of Sylvia Jenkins, author of many stories in Paris Nights and other pulp magazines

    • Was the militant head of the National American Woman Suffrage Association’s Congressional Committee

    • Wrote The American Family, a sociological study of the effects of the new morality on family life

    Correct Answer
    A. Was the militant head of the National American Woman Suffrage Association’s Congressional Committee
    Explanation
    Alice Paul was the militant head of the National American Woman Suffrage Association's Congressional Committee. This means that she held a leadership position within the committee that was responsible for advocating for women's suffrage in the United States. As the head of this committee, Paul would have played a significant role in organizing and leading the efforts to secure voting rights for women.

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  • 30. 

    Carrie Chapman Catt was best known for her achievements promoting:

    • Modernist art

    • Prohibition

    • Women’s suffrage

    • Racial reforms

    Correct Answer
    A. Women’s suffrage
    Explanation
    Carrie Chapman Catt was best known for her achievements promoting women's suffrage. She was a prominent leader in the women's suffrage movement and played a crucial role in the passage of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. Catt was the president of the National American Woman Suffrage Association and worked tirelessly to advocate for women's political rights and equality. Her efforts and dedication made her a significant figure in the fight for women's suffrage in the early 20th century.

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  • 31. 

    Jazz music inspired rural youth to remember their culture’s musical roots.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that jazz music inspired rural youth to remember their culture's musical roots. However, the correct answer is false. This implies that jazz music did not have a significant impact on rural youth in terms of reconnecting them with their cultural musical heritage.

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  • 32. 

    The NAACP favored militant protests over legal challenges as a way to end racial discrimination.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The NAACP did not favor militant protests over legal challenges as a way to end racial discrimination. Instead, they primarily focused on using legal strategies and court cases to challenge discriminatory laws and practices. This approach allowed them to make significant progress in the civil rights movement, including landmark Supreme Court decisions such as Brown v. Board of Education. While there were instances of protests and direct action by the NAACP, their overall strategy was centered around legal challenges.

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  • 33. 

    Political and social radicalism arose after World War I because:

    • People had been bored by World War I’s rationing of goods

    • Postwar culture was fraught with contradictions and tensions

    • Southerners neglected agricultural responsibilities

    • Northern cities asserted cultural superiority because of industry

    Correct Answer
    A. Postwar culture was fraught with contradictions and tensions
    Explanation
    After World War I, there was a significant shift in societal norms and values, leading to the rise of political and social radicalism. The postwar culture was marked by contradictions and tensions, as people struggled to make sense of the devastating consequences of the war. The disillusionment and loss experienced during the war created a fertile ground for radical ideologies to take root. The contradictions and tensions in postwar culture fueled a desire for change and a rejection of traditional norms, leading to the rise of political and social radicalism.

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  • 34. 

    Margaret Sanger is best associated with which of the following?

    • Suffrage

    • Temperance

    • Child labor

    • Birth control

    Correct Answer
    A. Birth control
    Explanation
    Margaret Sanger is best associated with birth control because she was a prominent advocate for women's reproductive rights and played a significant role in the birth control movement. She founded organizations such as the American Birth Control League, which later became Planned Parenthood, and dedicated her life to promoting access to contraception and family planning. Sanger believed that women should have control over their own bodies and the ability to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.

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  • 35. 

    The Roaring Twenties was dubbed “the Jazz Age” by:

    • Upton Sinclair

    • Ernest Hemingway

    • Langston Hughes

    • F. Scott Fitzgerald

    Correct Answer
    A. F. Scott Fitzgerald
    Explanation
    F. Scott Fitzgerald is the correct answer because he popularized the term "the Jazz Age" in his novel "The Great Gatsby." The term refers to the cultural and social changes that occurred during the 1920s, characterized by a booming economy, increased urbanization, and the rise of jazz music. Fitzgerald's novel captured the spirit of the era and became a symbol of the Roaring Twenties, solidifying his association with the Jazz Age.

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  • 36. 

    The NAACP emphasized:

    • Legal action against discrimination

    • The formation of a black political party

    • Vocational and technical education

    • Garvey’s concept of social and political separation of blacks

    Correct Answer
    A. Legal action against discrimination
    Explanation
    The NAACP emphasized legal action against discrimination because they believed that the best way to combat racial injustice was through the legal system. By challenging discriminatory laws and practices in court, they aimed to secure equal rights and protections for African Americans. This approach allowed them to make significant progress in dismantling segregation and fighting for civil rights.

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  • 37. 

    William Jennings Bryan:

    • Believed evolution should be taught in science classes

    • Prosecuted John Scopes in the Dayton, Tennessee, evolution case for teaching evolution

    • Was the mayor of Dayton, Tennessee

    • Was a vocal supporter of the Ku Klux Klan

    Correct Answer
    A. Prosecuted John Scopes in the Dayton, Tennessee, evolution case for teaching evolution
    Explanation
    William Jennings Bryan prosecuted John Scopes in the Dayton, Tennessee, evolution case for teaching evolution. This suggests that Bryan believed that teaching evolution in science classes was wrong or against the law. His decision to prosecute Scopes indicates his opposition to the teaching of evolution, as he took legal action against someone who was promoting it in the classroom. This aligns with his belief that evolution should not be taught in science classes.

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  • 38. 

    The amendment to the constitution that barred the manufacture or sale of intoxicating liquors was ratified in:

    • 1911

    • 1919

    • 1922

    • 1928

    Correct Answer
    A. 1919
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1919. This amendment, known as the 18th Amendment, was ratified in 1919 and went into effect in 1920. It prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages in the United States. This period, known as Prohibition, lasted until 1933 when the 21st Amendment was ratified, repealing the 18th Amendment.

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  • 39. 

    Modernism waned by the end of the 1920s because:

    • Most of the artists committed suicide out of despair for civilization

    • People quit buying the depressing books churned out by modernist writers

    • The Great Depression overwhelmed the cultural alienation of the 1920s

    • President Hoover demanded a return to traditional values

    Correct Answer
    A. The Great Depression overwhelmed the cultural alienation of the 1920s
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Great Depression overwhelmed the cultural alienation of the 1920s. This is because the economic downturn and widespread poverty caused by the Great Depression shifted people's focus away from cultural and artistic movements like modernism. The struggle for survival and the need to address more immediate concerns took precedence over abstract and experimental artistic expressions. As a result, the cultural alienation and avant-garde ideas of the 1920s lost relevance and popularity, leading to the decline of modernism.

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  • 40. 

    The 1924 immigration law:

    • Stopped the illegal flow of immigrants into the United States

    • Encouraged immigration from Japan and China

    • Continued an open door policy, whereby almost all new arrivals would be admitted

    • Set strict yearly limits on the number of immigrants allowed into the country

    Correct Answer
    A. Set strict yearly limits on the number of immigrants allowed into the country
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "set strict yearly limits on the number of immigrants allowed into the country." The 1924 immigration law, also known as the Johnson-Reed Act, established a quota system that restricted the number of immigrants from each country based on their nationality and the number of people from that nationality already living in the United States. This law aimed to limit immigration and maintain the ethnic composition of the country by favoring immigrants from Western and Northern Europe while drastically reducing immigration from Southern and Eastern Europe, as well as Asia.

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  • 41. 

    Which of the following did W. E. B. Du Bois say in his opposition to Marcus Garvey?

    • “We have to rid ourselves of this viper.”

    • “He will help only his friends and not the great mass of black people.”

    • “He thinks that black people only are good enough to be plumbers.”

    • He is “the most dangerous enemy of the Negro race. . . . He is either a lunatic or a traitor.”

    Correct Answer
    A. He is “the most dangerous enemy of the Negro race. . . . He is either a lunatic or a traitor.”
    Explanation
    W. E. B. Du Bois expressed his opposition to Marcus Garvey by referring to him as "the most dangerous enemy of the Negro race" and suggesting that he is either a lunatic or a traitor. This statement indicates that Du Bois strongly disagreed with Garvey and believed that his actions and beliefs were harmful to the black community.

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  • 42. 

    Who said, “When the hordes of aliens walk to the ballot box and their votes outnumber yours, then that alien horde has got you by the throat”?

    • Clarence Darrow

    • Ruth Benedict

    • William J. Simmons

    • Moorefield Storey

    Correct Answer
    A. William J. Simmons
  • 43. 

    Petting parties were:

    • Opportunities for young men and women to experiment sexually with each other

    • Opportunities for young men and women to learn about proper treatment of dogs and cats

    • Opportunities to raise money for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)

    • Visits to the zoo so young people could get away from their parents

    Correct Answer
    A. Opportunities for young men and women to experiment sexually with each other
  • 44. 

    The Universal Negro Improvement Association:

    • Sponsored black artists and writers

    • Was led by Marcus Garvey

    • Promoted Booker T. Washington’s idea of racial peace through accommodation

    • Was the forerunner of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

    Correct Answer
    A. Was led by Marcus Garvey
    Explanation
    The Universal Negro Improvement Association was led by Marcus Garvey.

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  • 45. 

    In physics, the theory of relativity was developed and explained by

    • Albert Einstein

    • Isaac Newton

    • Max Planck

    • Werner Heisenberg

    Correct Answer
    A. Albert Einstein
    Explanation
    Albert Einstein is the correct answer because he is widely recognized as the physicist who developed and explained the theory of relativity. His groundbreaking theories, including the special theory of relativity and the general theory of relativity, revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and gravity. Einstein's work has had a profound impact on the field of physics and has been confirmed by numerous experiments and observations. His equations, such as E=mc², are iconic symbols of his contributions to science.

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  • 46. 

    Marcus Garvey:

    • Sought reconciliation with southern whites

    • Said blacks should return to Africa

    • Was a revered jazz saxophonist

    • Helped lead the suffragist movement

    Correct Answer
    A. Said blacks should return to Africa
    Explanation
    Marcus Garvey was a prominent figure in the early 20th century who advocated for black empowerment and nationalism. He believed that black people should embrace their African heritage and return to Africa, which he saw as a way to escape racial discrimination and oppression in the United States. Garvey's ideology, known as Pan-Africanism, aimed to unite people of African descent worldwide and promote self-reliance and self-determination. His advocacy for the "Back to Africa" movement made him a significant figure in the fight for black liberation and inspired future civil rights leaders.

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  • 47. 

    The Armory Show in 1913:

    • Was a controversial exhibition of modern art

    • Introduced many women to new clothing fashions

    • Featured poetry readings by Ezra Pound and T. S. Eliot

    • Showed the continuing appeal of traditional values

    Correct Answer
    A. Was a controversial exhibition of modern art
    Explanation
    The Armory Show in 1913 was a controversial exhibition of modern art. This means that the show caused a lot of debate and disagreement among people because of the art that was displayed. It showcased new and unconventional forms of art that challenged traditional artistic norms. The exhibition was significant because it introduced the American public to avant-garde European art movements like Cubism and Fauvism. Many people were shocked and confused by the abstract and unconventional nature of the artworks, leading to heated discussions about the value and meaning of modern art.

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  • 48. 

    The southern literary renaissance came about because:

    • The North won the Civil War

    • Southern culture embraced the challenges of modernism

    • Of the conflict between southern traditions and modern commercialism

    • Modernism came to embrace traditional southern culture

    Correct Answer
    A. Of the conflict between southern traditions and modern commercialism
    Explanation
    The southern literary renaissance came about because of the conflict between southern traditions and modern commercialism. This suggests that the writers and artists of the South were grappling with the tension between preserving their traditional cultural values and adapting to the changing and commercialized modern world. This conflict likely inspired a surge of creativity and artistic expression as they sought to navigate this complex and evolving landscape.

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  • 49. 

    By the 1910s, the Anti-Saloon League:

    • Was out of business

    • Only had a minimal effect on Americans

    • Called for a withdrawal of the Eighteenth Amendment

    • Had become one of the most effective pressure groups in American history

    Correct Answer
    A. Had become one of the most effective pressure groups in American history
    Explanation
    By the 1910s, the Anti-Saloon League had become one of the most effective pressure groups in American history. This means that during this time period, the Anti-Saloon League had gained significant influence and power in advocating for the prohibition of alcohol. They were successful in mobilizing public support, lobbying politicians, and implementing strategies that led to the passing of the Eighteenth Amendment, which prohibited the production, sale, and distribution of alcoholic beverages in the United States. Their effectiveness as a pressure group is evidenced by their ability to achieve their goal of alcohol prohibition, making them one of the most influential groups in American history.

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