Cultural and Intellectual Trends

Question 1

Background information: Sinclair Lewis was an American writer of the 1920s. This passage comes from his novel, Babbitt, in which he is critical of capitalism and middle-class values. According to the narrator in this passage, who is shaping Babbitt’s beliefs and opinions? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

his church; the Republican party; national advertisers

Question 2

Read the second paragraph of the passage again to answer the question.What is the main idea of this passage?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

He has wealth, but no real joy and passion in his life.

Question 3

How did Einstein’s theory of relativity change the way people thought about the universe?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It made people think they lived in a universe that might not be fully understood.

Question 4

How did women’s roles in countries such as the United States and Britain change after World War I? Check all that apply.Society became more open, and women experienced greater freedom.Society became more rigid, and women experienced more restrictions.Women were unable to win the right to vote.Women began to seek out new careers.Women challenged old traditions by doing things such as changing their clothing style.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Society became more open, and women experienced greater freedom.; Women began to seek out new careers.; Women challenged old traditions by doing things such as changing their clothing style.

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