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Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes was born in 1902 and grew up to be a major literary figure in the roaring twenties. His poems depicted African American heritage and struggles. -
Modernism
Modernism grew in popularity in the 20th century and can be described as a way for Christians to accept Darwin's theory of evolution without abandoning their faith. -
Arrival of Marcus Garvey
In 1918 Marcus Garvey came to America and brought the UNIA with him. -
18th Amendment
This amendment prohibited the sale of alcohol in the United States. -
Volstead Act
This act allowed Federal Law to enforce the rules of prohibition. -
Farm Problems
Many American farmers were drowning in debt in the 1920's, only to gain more debt through increased productivity. -
Labor Problems
The union movement suffered a huge setback in the 1920's due to the decrease in membership. -
Census of 1920
This census showed that for the first time ever more than half of the American population lived in urban areas. -
Pan-Africanism
This was a movement that was devoted to encouraging and strengthening of bonds between all people who share African descent. -
Fundamentalism
This was a Baptist denomination devoted to taking every word in the Bible literally as well as blaming modernists for the decline in morals. -
Harding Administration
This administration was formed to help Harding, their accomplishments were stimulated business growth, tax cuts, and the negotiation of disarmament treaties. -
Corporate Tax Rate Increase
This is when the corporate tax rate increased from 10% to 12.5%. -
First Quota Act
This act limited immigration to 3 percent in the United States. -
Teapot Dome Scandal
This event is when the Secretary of Interior secretly released naval oil reserves in various private companies. -
Fordney-McCumber Tariff
This law raised tariffs on most imported goods to protect American factories. -
Creation of Newbery Medal
Frederic G. Melcher had this medal designed by Rene Paul Chembelain to award notable authors during this decade. -
American Library Association Executive Board
In 1922 this organization designated the Children's Librarians' Section the responsibility of selecting the Newbery Medal winner. -
Election of 1924
Calvin Coolidge wins both the popular vote and electoral vote during the presidential election of 1924. -
Rise of Automobiles
By 1924 automobiles had grown so popular that more than 10 million Ford dealerships were functioning in the United States. -
Second Quota Act
This act only allowed 2 percent of immigrants into the country. -
The New Negro
This novel by Alain Locke depicted a hopeful look at the life of African Americans during this time period. -
Harlem Renaissance
This was a movement that took place during the twentieth century that involved the culture and intellectual life of African Americans. It was later called the "New Negro Movement." -
Deportation of Marcus Garvey
Marcus Garvey was deported to Jamaica due to his sale of stock in the Black Star Line. -
The Great Gatsby
This novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald emphasized the American dream that you can do anything you put your mind to. -
Charles Lindbergh's Flight
This is a great example of the culture during this decade because many Americans shifted their attention to "heroic figures." -
Organization of CBS
The Columbia Broadcasting System was a part of a rise in entertainment that allowed people to hear the news from either end of the country through the radio. -
Election of 1928
Herbert Hoover easily won the presidential election of 1928 due to the incompetence of his rival, Al Smith. -
Rise of Stock Prices
Starting in March of 1928 stock prices rose dramatically all the way up to September of 1929. -
Business Boom
This boom was a ten-year span of prosperity, economically, in the United States. This boom was caused by increased productivity, energy technologies, and government policy. -
Stock Market Crash
This is when the stock market completely crashed, leaving many people in debt. -
Jazz Age
This was the time period starting in 1918 and ending in 1929 that involved the new generation of Americans enjoying jazz music. -
The Sound and the Fury
This novel by William Faulkner talked about the details of the moral decay of the Old South. -
Hawley-Smoot Tariff
This tariff increased taxes on imported goods from 31 percent to 49 percent. -
Migration of Farmers
Many farmers who lived in the Dust Bowl (Oklahoma) could not keep their crops alive, so they were forced to migrate to California and other places to try and find work. -
Debt Moratorium
This significant event was a suspension on the payment of international debts. -
The Three R's
In a speech F.D.R. promised to provide relief for those out of work, recovery for business and recovery as a whole, and the reform of American economic institutions. -
Brain Trust
The Brain Trust was a group of advisors for Franklin Roosevelt during his presidential campaign, as well as, forming the New Deal. -
Civilian Conservation Corps
This corps employed young men on projects in federal lands. -
Tennessee Valley Authority
This organization was an experiment with regional development and public planning. -
National Recovery Administration
This administration was designed to guarantee reasonable profits for business and fair wages and labor. -
Unemployment on the Rise
By the year 1933 unemployment had risen to 13 million people not including farmers due to the stock market crash. -
Bank Holiday
When the American banks were starting to fail Roosevelt explained that the banks would be closed until the government could get them back into working condition. -
Repeal of Prohibition
The 21st amendment repealed the 18th amendment and led to more tax money flowing in for the economy. -
Fireside Chats
These chats are times when Roosevelt went on the radio to ensure the American people that the banks were now capable of handling their money. -
Emergency Banking Relief Act
This act was an attempt to stabilize the national banking system. -
Federal Emergency Relief Administration
This organization was brought about to literally hand out grants to different areas to aid in things such as soup kitchens. -
Public Works Administration
This organization led to the creation of jobs for everyone through the construction of public works buildings. -
Civil Works Administration
This organization was designed to create new jobs for the unemployed. -
Securities and Exchange Commission
This commission placed regulations and strict limits for the stock market. -
The Grapes of Wrath
This novel written by John Steinbeck shows the struggle that many people dealt with in the Dust Bowl.
