USH 4.09 DBA

describe the various domestic and international peace and relief efforts in which the United States was involved following World War I

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explain the effects of the changing role of tourism in Florida's development and growth (1890-1930), the land boom and bust (1920-1930)

During Florida's early days, only wealthy and famous people could afford to vacation there. Some were so fond of Florida that they decided to stay and farm or start another business. In the early 1900's, thousand of tourists were coming to Florida because of the invention of the automobile. In the 1930s, airlines opened up travel schedules to Florida. People went to see the natural beauty, the later the theme parks. Roads and new railway lines supported the growth, and so did government laws keeping state taxes minimal. Tourist destinations such as Miami Beach grew quickly, but the boom did not last long. Speculation raised prices so high that many people could no longer afford to live in Florida, and means of transportation did not grow fast enough to keep up with demand Then, bad weather struck. A cold winter and a series of natural disasters, including hurricanes, made people think that Florida was not such a pleasant place to live in after all. After 1925, Florida's land boom was over.

analyze how civil rights issues both united and divided society in the United States in the period 1919-1939.

During World War I, women had taken on jobs and other responsibilities while American men were fighting overseas. This helped expand notions of women's capabilities and led many, including President Wilson, to believe that they should have the right to vote. Congress passed the 19th Amendment in 1919, giving women the right to vote Black workers competed with white workers for factory jobs. Some African Americans were hired to replace white workers who were on strike. Racial tensions rose and race riots occurred in several cities. The objectives of the Klan were centered on "100 percent Americanism." This meant opposing progress and equality for African Americans, labor unions, Catholics, Jews, foreign-born residents, and suspected radicals.

analyze how Fundamentalist Americans resisted the trends of the 1920s and advocated returning to more traditional ways

Fundamentalism is a religious viewpoint based on the belief that biblical events happened exactly as described. Preachers such as Billy Sunday, a former baseball player, criticized those who held what he believed were radical viewpoints. He condemned flappers and all others who supported expanded roles for women. Fundamentalists believe that God created the living world in the manner described in the Christian Bible. Scientists contradicted this theory. They said that the world and its species developed according to Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.

recognize the cause-and-effect relationships of economic trends as they relate to society in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s

Inventions such as cars and radios, as well as the conservative economic policies, added to a huge economic boom. Many of the economic procedures in the decade would lead to danger especially in the stock market, which would lead to the crash and the Great Depression. During the 1920s, consumerism became an important part of U.S. society. Advertising had existed before the 1920s; however, during this decade, it truly emerged as an influential force. Advertising convinced Americans to buy things not because they needed them, but simply because they wanted them. Installment buying and easy consumer credit helped the economy boom. Americans bought more and more new goods because they could pay for them over time. . Farmers, especially, faced growing economic challenges. As factory workers' wages rose, the wages of farm workers dropped. In 1920, the average farm worker earned over $500 per year. Two years later, that figure dropped to just under $350 per year.

identify and/or evaluate the decisions made by national and state governments related to immigration and other civil rights issues

Mexican immigration was not as widely affected. Immigrants from Mexico continued to enter the United States many Mexican Americans lived in extreme poverty in the United States. As a result, all members of the family were often forced to work to contribute to the family's income. many native-born Americans resented these workers for coming to the United States and taking their jobs.

explain the effects of the changing role of tourism in Florida's development and growth (1890-1930), the land boom and bust (1920-1930), and/or the impact of the Great Depression (1926-1940)

Migrant workers, packed up whatever belongings they could and traveled to where they might find work, food, and shelter. Many migrant workers from other southern states headed to Florida, where they hoped to be hired by the large agricultural companies in the south. Farm families such as this family had to move in search of temporary work as the Dust Bowl spread across the Midwest.

identify reasons for the rise of nativism in the 1920s and 1930s

Nativism arose in the 1920s due to a huge increase in immigration to the US. Thousands of southern and eastern Europeans began pouring in to escape the hardships of their homeland for the American Dream, but after the stressful environment of WW1, Americans felt threatened by these foreigners and held extreme prejudices against them. Many Americans believed these immigrants were taking over their jobs and that they themselves might be out of work.

determine the role of the arts in 1920s American society

The 1920s became a decade when African American musicians, writers, and painters flourished. The contributions of these pioneers changed American culture. Jazz music was not just a major part of the Harlem Renaissance. It was sweeping the country, leading to a greater acceptance of African American culture.

analyze the long-term social, political, and economic consequences of the 1920s and 1930s on society in the United States

The 20s began after World War 1 and many US citizens believed that it was Wilson's progressive and liberal politics that made them join such a gruesome war that they didn't even have to participate in. They wanted to become more conservative and republicans easily won, however, the great depression came and since Hoover couldn't solve it, and he was a millionaire and wasn't very popular, people turned to those who could solve it. Since it was FDR who could do it, it was thanks to the events in the 20s and 30s that many of the policies that made America great after World War 2 were introduced.

identify and/or evaluate the impact of business practices, consumer patterns, and government policies of the 1920s and 1930s as they relate to the Great Depression

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates during 1928 and 1929 in an effort to curb rising stock prices. After the banking crisis, consumers held on to their cash, which further reduced the amount of money in circulation. The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again in 1931 to protect the value of the dollar in the international market. they no longer trusted the U.S. financial system as a whole. They did not want to spend any money if they did not know if their next paycheck would be sufficient to pay their bills. After the market crashed, however, businesses and individuals were no longer cooperative. They were worried about survival. in 1930, Hoover signed the Smoot-Hawley Tariff. The act placed a high tariff on goods imported to the United States. The goal was to support American businesses and encourage consumers to spend their money at home.

examine the human experience during the Great Depression

The Great Depression was a difficult experience for Americans. Millions of people were left jobless and no source of income. It left people helpless and tired. The New Deal brought hope and energy to the people. It promised a better life for Americans.

examine the human experience during the New Deal

The Great Depression was a difficult experience for Americans. Millions of people were left jobless and no source of income. It left people helpless and tired. The New Deal brought hope and energy to the people. It promised a better life for Americans.

explain the causes and consequences of the Red Scare

The effects of the Red Scare was a campaign to stop communism during which many people were arrested. The Red Scare was a fear of communists that Americans had. It was caused by the Russian royal family being overthrown and then murdered.

identify the impact of business practices, consumer patterns, and government policies of the 1930s as they relate to the New Deal

The overall impact of these three variables was greater economic prosperity for America. Business made more responsible lending and spending decisions, consumers were more confident in their investments and invested more, and the government intervened more when necessary.

identify and evaluate the social, political, and economic incentives for the development of peace and relief efforts after World War I

War cost money, and ruins lives. So the economic and social benefits of peace are easy. Politics on the other hand gets interesting. Many politicians throughout history have gained power by convincing the people of the need to go to war with a neighbor. Many politicians promise the pursuit of peace. The promise of stopping a war can also be a popular move for politicians. You can pull troops out but problems still remain. Usually it's much easier to start a war then it is to stop it. It is temporarily more economically and politically beneficial for a few people to go to war. We are convinced easily by a few greedy people and we follow along to war.

assess how new attitudes following World War I impacted society

With the vote and increased economic power, women asserted themselves. Though many women remained the primary caretakers for families, others believed that the time had come for women to be equal with men in every area of society.women entered the workforce in fields such as nursing, teaching, and social work. Support for prohibition increased during World War I. In 1919, the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was passed, making it illegal to produce, sell, or transport alcoholic beverages in the United States. Congress then passed the Volstead Act to help enforce the amendment. Because so much money could be made through illegal liquor operations, major crime organizations developed.