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unit 3 - 1950’s to 1970’s
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What was the minimum wage raised to by President Truman?
70 cents
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What legislation did President Truman pass to assist veterans?
The
GI Bill
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What percentage of the world's goods was America producing during this time?
Half
of the world's goods
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What societal phenomenon was influenced by America's production levels?
The
American Dream
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What type of living became popular in America during this time?
Suburban
living
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What financial method did people use to buy goods?
Hire purchase
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What percentage of households owned a TV in 1958?
83%
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How did the popularity of TV affect rural isolation?
It helped break down rural isolation
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What was a common employment situation for teenagers during this time?
They easily got
jobs
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What music genre became popular during this era?
Rock n roll
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Who influenced the popularity of rock n roll?
African Americans
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Who led the anti-communism campaign during this period?
Senator McCarthy
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What organization did McCarthy establish to investigate communism?
The
HCUAA
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What was a consequence of McCarthy's anti-communism campaign for many individuals?
Many were put on trial and found
guilty
without truth
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What suspicion arose from the anti-communism campaign?
Suspicion of those who didn't show
American
values
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What happened to many individuals labeled as security risks during this time?
Many were
sacked
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How many people were on the Hollywood Blacklist?
320 people
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What percentage of those on the Hollywood Blacklist were able to return?
Only
10%
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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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