The Postwar Period and Cold War, 1945–1980
What was one major impact of the invention of television on American society post-1945?
Decreased literacy rates
Decreased industrial production
Increased agricultural production
Increased influence of mass media
What was a primary economic impact of the National Interstate and Defense Highways Act of 1956 on post-war United States?
It significantly increased the reliance on rail transport over automobile travel.
It directly led to higher unemployment rates due to automation in road construction.
It caused a decline in domestic tourism by making long-distance travel less appealing.
It facilitated suburban growth by improving access between urban centers and outlying areas.
Which economic trend took place during the post-WWII era leading up to contemporary times?
Return to gold standard monetary system
Decline in technology sector
Increase in agricultural production
A shift from manufacturing to services industry
What was a major factor contributing to America's post-World War II economic boom?
The decrease in military spending
The return to isolationist policies
A decline in technology industries
The increased consumer demand
How did Lyndon B. Johnson’s Great Society programs reflect a change in governmental ideology regarding poverty and inequality?
They marked an expansion of federal involvement aimed at eliminating poverty and racial injustice.
They showed bipartisan agreement on limiting social welfare programs during Cold War conservatism.
They resulted from pressure by conservative groups advocating for private sector solutions to social issues.
They demonstrated a reduction of federal intervention due to increasing support for laissez-faire policies.
What role did post-World War II consumerism play in shaping American society's views toward environmental conservation?
Had little impact, as both consumerism and environmental conservation developed independently without influencing each other.
Primarily bolstered environmental conservation since higher consumption drove demand for clean energy sources.
It often overshadowed conservation efforts leading to later environmentalist backlash embodied by movements like Earth Day.
Universally led people towards an appreciation for sustainable living practices across diverse communities.
In what way did ideological debates over civil rights legislation reflect broader economic philosophies prevalent after 1945?
Proponents linked civil rights with communist ideology, suggesting equality was only achievable through socio-economic revolution.
Supporters of civil rights legislation saw it as a necessary extension of liberal welfare policies aimed at reducing inequality through state intervention.
Civil rights detractors viewed such legislation as aligned with capitalist exploitation, fearing it would diminish workers' bargaining power.
Civil rights opponents believed that integration would negatively impact small businesses due to increased labor competition and costs.

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Which legislation was responsible for creating the Social Security system in the United States?
National Labor Relations Act of 1935
Social Security Act of 1935
Labor Management Relations Act of 1947
Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938
What was one significant effect of stagflation on American society during the late-1970s?
A rapid expansion of free market policies at state and local levels
Increased public skepticism about government's ability to manage economic issues effectively
The creation of widespread credit unions aiming at combatting rising interest rates
A decreased emphasis on technological innovation within major U.S. corporations
What does the photograph imply about societal attitudes towards technology's impact on human progress in the 1960s?
Concerns about technological advancements leading to unemployment through automation
Anxiety over an expanding digital divide due to uneven access to technology across social classes
Optimism regarding technology's capacity to enhance human understanding and potential
Ethical debates surrounding the implications of pursuing space exploration