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Who was Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR)?
US President who implemented the New Deal programs to combat the Great Depression and led the country during WWII.
Who was Woodrow Wilson?
US President during WWI, known for his Fourteen Points and efforts to promote international cooperation.
What were the causes and effects of industrialization in the US (1890-1945)?
Causes: Technological innovation, access to resources, and favorable government policies. Effects: Economic growth, urbanization, social inequality, and the Progressive Era.
What were the causes and effects of the Great Depression?
Causes: Stock market crash, overproduction, unequal distribution of wealth, and international debt. Effects: Widespread unemployment, poverty, bank failures, and the New Deal.
What were the causes and effects of the US shift from isolationism to interventionism?
Causes: Growing economic and strategic interests, the threat of global conflicts, and the desire to promote democracy. Effects: Involvement in WWI and WWII, increased global influence, and the Cold War.
What were the causes and effects of women's suffrage movement?
Causes: Decades of activism, changing social attitudes, and women's contributions during WWI. Effects: 19th Amendment, increased political participation, and further feminist activism.
What were the causes and effects of the New Deal?
Causes: The Great Depression, widespread poverty, and the need for economic recovery. Effects: Increased government intervention, job creation, social safety nets, and long-term changes in American society.
What were the causes and effects of suburbanization?
Causes: Increased automobile ownership, desire for larger homes, and government policies promoting homeownership. Effects: Growth of suburbs, decline of urban centers, and increased reliance on cars.
What were the causes and effects of increased immigration in the early 20th century?
Causes: Economic opportunities, political instability in Europe and Asia, and the desire for a better life. Effects: Cultural diversity, labor force growth, and social tensions.
What were the causes and effects of the Spanish-American War?
Causes: American expansionism, Cuban struggle for independence, and yellow journalism. Effects: US acquisition of overseas territories, increased military power, and a more assertive foreign policy.
What were the causes and effects of the Red Summer of 1919?
Causes: Racial tensions, competition for jobs and housing, and the return of black veterans from WWI. Effects: Increased racial violence, heightened awareness of racial inequality, and the growth of the civil rights movement.
What were the causes and effects of Prohibition?
Causes: Temperance movement, moral concerns about alcohol consumption, and the desire to reduce crime and social problems. Effects: Rise of organized crime, bootlegging, and speakeasies, leading to the repeal of Prohibition.
What was the significance of the Spanish-American War (1898)?
Marked the beginning of American imperialism, leading to the acquisition of overseas territories and a more assertive foreign policy.
What was the impact of US entry into WWI (1917)?
Shifted the balance of power, contributing to the Allied victory and raising questions about America's role in global affairs.
What were the key aspects of the First Red Scare (1919)?
Widespread fear of communism and radicalism in the US, leading to government crackdowns on suspected subversives and increased anti-immigrant sentiment.
What was the impact of the 19th Amendment (1920)?
Granted women the right to vote, marking a major victory for the women's suffrage movement and expanding political participation.
What were the causes and consequences of the Stock Market Crash of 1929?
Triggered the Great Depression, leading to widespread unemployment, poverty, and economic hardship.
What was the significance of the start of the New Deal (1933)?
Represented a major shift in the role of government in the US economy, with increased intervention to address the Great Depression.
What was the impact of the Pearl Harbor attack (1941)?
Led to US entry into WWII, ending the country's neutrality and transforming it into a major global power.
What was the impact of the end of WWI (1918)?
Led to the Treaty of Versailles, redrawing the map of Europe and setting the stage for future conflicts.
What was the Red Summer (1919)?
A series of violent race riots that occurred in more than three dozen cities across the United States, reflecting racial tensions and discrimination.
What was the effect of Prohibition (1919)?
A nationwide constitutional ban on the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages that lasted from 1920 to 1933.