America 1920–1973 GCSE History Quiz
Test your knowledge of America 1920–1973 with this quiz.
This quiz consists of 15 questions, including multiple-choice, short-answer, and extended-response questions.
For multiple-choice questions, choose the correct answer.
Questions
What was the main cause of the economic boom in the 1920s?
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What was the significance of Henry Ford’s assembly line during the 1920s?
Henry Ford’s assembly line revolutionised manufacturing by reducing production costs and making goods like cars affordable for ordinary Americans. It played a key role in the economic boom of the 1920s.
What term is used to describe the belief in limited government interference in business during the 1920s?
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The 1920s was a period of cultural change, with jazz music and flapper fashion becoming popular.
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Why was the period known as the "Roaring Twenties"?
The "Roaring Twenties" refers to the decade’s significant cultural, social, and economic change. This period saw the rise of jazz, new fashion trends, mass entertainment (like cinema), and a sense of liberation, especially for women.
What event in 1929 marked the start of the Great Depression?
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What were the main causes of the Wall Street Crash?
The main causes were excessive speculation on the stock market, the use of buying shares on credit (buying on margin), overproduction in industries, and a lack of regulation.
What was one of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s aims with the New Deal?
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The New Deal completely ended unemployment in America during the 1930s.
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What was the purpose of Roosevelt’s "fireside chats"?
Roosevelt’s fireside chats were radio broadcasts aimed at reassuring the American public, explaining his policies, and rebuilding trust during the Great Depression.
What was the main goal of the Civil Rights Movement?
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What was the significance of the 1954 Supreme Court case, Brown v. Board of Education?
The case declared that segregation in schools was unconstitutional, overturning the "separate but equal" principle and marking a major victory for the Civil Rights Movement.
Which of the following was a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement?
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The Civil Rights Act of 1964 made it illegal to discriminate based on race, religion, or gender in public places and employment.
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Explain how American society changed between 1945 and 1973, with reference to both the Civil Rights Movement and women’s rights.
Between 1945 and 1973, American society saw significant social change. The Civil Rights Movement fought to end racial segregation and discrimination, achieving milestones such as the Civil Rights Act (1964) and the Voting Rights Act (1965). Leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. used non-violent protests to challenge inequality, while grassroots organisations worked to improve conditions for African Americans. Women’s rights also advanced, with the rise of second-wave feminism in the 1960s and 70s. Campaigns for equality in education, employment, and reproductive rights gained momentum, leading to progress like the Equal Pay Act (1963). These movements reflected a broader shift towards a more inclusive society.
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