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What were the benefits of consumerism in 1920s society? Select two options.increased leisure timeincreased retail pricesincreased standard of livingincreased amount of savingsincreased demand for goods

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increased leisure time
B
increased retail prices
C
increased standard of living
D
increased amount of savings
E
increased demand for goods
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Examine the table.

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A
Although the production of cars increased during the 1920s, their average cost increased.
B
During the 1920s, demand for automobiles increased as more Americans were able to afford them.
C
Automobile manufacturers struggled to produce enough cars to satisfy consumer demand during the 1920s.
D
Many Americans went into debt during the 1920s as most of the cars being purchased were bought on credit.
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Examine the chart.

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A
Women’s employment rose fastest among those younger than 20.
B
The changes affected single women’s employment more than married women’s employment.
C
White women’s employment increased by a greater proportion than nonwhite women’s employment.
D
The changes to women’s employment for all ages and all races were greatest from 1920–1930.
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Examine the graph.

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A
the widespread use of the assembly line
B
a sharp increase in demand for automobiles
C
the adoption of laissez-faire policies in manufacturing
D
a growth in the number of manufacturing jobs in the US
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What was the primary debate in the Scopes trial?

A
the role of religion in society
B
the value of the scientific method
C
the powers of the state government
D
the validity of the theory of evolution
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Which economic change can be attributed to the development of new technologies in the 1920s?

A
The number of bootleggers increased.
B
People began earning middle-class salaries.
C
Production and manufacturing became more efficient.
D
Consumers saved money and bought expensive inventions.
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What were the negative effects of consumerism and credit on the lives of Americans during the 1920s? Select three options.fewer new products being createdlower wages for American workersincreased spending on nonessential itemsincreased prices on productsincreased debt from paying without cash

A
fewer new products being created
B
lower wages for American workers
C
increased spending on nonessential items
D
increased prices on products
E
increased debt from paying without cash
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How did the invention of interchangeable parts change society in the 1920s?

A
Factories became easier to manage, so workplaces were safer.
B
Cars became easier to produce, and many people lost their jobs.
C
Cars became less expensive to buy, so people became much more mobile.
D
Factories became more expensive to operate, and workers were paid less.
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Study the table.

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A
an increase in alcoholism and unemployment
B
an increase in leisure time
C
a decrease in unionization and political participation
D
a decrease in consumer spending and personal savings
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Which development of the 1920s was caused by the increase in time-saving household inventions such as the washing machine and vacuum cleaner?

A
increased savings and decreased average consumer debt
B
increased number of women who joined the temperance movement
C
increased popularity of new and exciting entertainment events such as movies
D
increased ability of manufacturers to produce more products at lower costs

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