america in 1920s

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  • How did the changes between 1920 and 1972 impact the American people?
    They significantly affected their lives and society
  • What did British colonists establish in the 1600s along the east coast of America?
    13 colonies
  • What did the British settlers establish in America during the 1600s?
    Plantations that grew cotton and tobacco
  • By the late 18th century, how did colonists feel about British treatment?
    They felt unfairly treated and taxed
  • What did the colonists refuse to allow regarding their representation?
    They refused to allow representation in Parliament
  • When did the 13 colonies declare independence from Britain?
    July 4, 1776
  • What did the 13 colonies form after declaring independence?
    The United States of America
  • What was the purpose of the new American government established after independence?
    To lay down rules for how the country should be run
  • What were the two levels of government established in the new American system?
    • State government for local affairs
    • Federal government for matters involving all states
  • How often were presidents elected in the new American government?
    Every four years
  • What rights were guaranteed by the Bill of Rights?
    Key freedoms such as speech and worship
  • What was the population of America around the 1920s?
    About 110 million
  • How was the American population characterized in the 1920s?
    Made up of over 100 different nationalities
  • How is America often described in terms of its cultural composition?
    As a 'melting pot' of cultures
  • What significant immigration wave occurred in the 1840s?
    Irish immigrants escaping poverty
  • What was a common reason for immigrants coming to America in the 1800s?
    To escape poverty and seek better opportunities
  • What was the primary reason for Irish immigration to America in the 1840s?
    To escape the Great Famine
  • What did the Irish immigrants contribute to American society?
    Labor and cultural diversity
  • How did the arrival of Irish immigrants affect American cities?
    They contributed to urban growth and labor supply
  • What was a significant factor for Irish immigrants in America?
    They faced discrimination and hardship
  • What was the impact of Irish immigration on American culture?
    It enriched cultural traditions and practices
  • What was the estimated number of Irish immigrants to America in the 1840s?
    About a million
  • What was the primary reason for the migration of Irish people to America in the 1840s?
    To escape poverty and famine
  • How did the Irish immigrants adapt to American society?
    They formed communities and maintained traditions
  • What was a common occupation for Irish immigrants in America?
    Laborers in factories and construction
  • How did the Irish immigrants influence American labor movements?
    They played a significant role in organizing labor
  • What was the overall impact of Irish immigration on the United States?
    It shaped the workforce and cultural landscape
  • Which countries are mentioned as having people looking for farm work?
    Mexico and Cuba
  • What was the reason for some Irish people escaping?
    They were escaping poverty in Ireland
  • How many Irish people migrated to America in the 1840s?
    About a million
  • What were the Irish immigrants primarily escaping from?
    Poverty in Ireland
  • Which other countries had immigrants mentioned in the text?
    China and Japan
  • What was the socioeconomic status of many immigrants mentioned?
    They were poor and unskilled
  • Where did many immigrants settle in America?
    In large towns and cities
  • What did immigrants try to find upon settling in America?
    Work opportunities
  • From which continent were millions of slaves brought to work in America?
    Africa
  • What years did the slave trade occur between?
    1600 and 1800
  • When did slavery officially end in America?
    1865
  • What challenges did freed slaves face after emancipation?
    They faced huge discrimination
  • What rights were denied to freed slaves?
    Voting and education access