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    • What was the minimum wage raised to by President Truman?
      70 cents
    • What legislation did President Truman pass to assist veterans?
      The GI Bill
    • What percentage of the world's goods was America producing during this time?
      Half of the world's goods
    • What societal phenomenon was influenced by America's production levels?
      The American Dream
    • What type of living became popular in America during this time?
      Suburban living
    • What financial method did people use to buy goods?
      Hire purchase
    • What percentage of households owned a TV in 1958?
      83%
    • How did the popularity of TV affect rural isolation?
      It helped break down rural isolation
    • What was a common employment situation for teenagers during this time?
      They easily got jobs
    • What music genre became popular during this era?
      Rock n roll
    • Who influenced the popularity of rock n roll?
      African Americans
    • Who led the anti-communism campaign during this period?
      Senator McCarthy
    • What organization did McCarthy establish to investigate communism?
      The HCUAA
    • What was a consequence of McCarthy's anti-communism campaign for many individuals?
      Many were put on trial and found guilty without truth
    • What suspicion arose from the anti-communism campaign?
      Suspicion of those who didn't show American values
    • What happened to many individuals labeled as security risks during this time?
      Many were sacked
    • How many people were on the Hollywood Blacklist?
      320 people
    • What percentage of those on the Hollywood Blacklist were able to return?
      Only 10%
    • What did the GI Bill give veterans
      9 million vets were given $4 billion in support
    • Who popularized rock and roll?
      Elvis Presley
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