Question 1

Henry Ford was able to lower the price of the Model T from $800 to $300 because of

Accepted Answer

Henry Ford was able to lower the cost of production per unit of the Model T through mass production. He implemented assembly-line production, reducing the time it took to make each car from 12 hours down to just 93 minutes. With mass production, he was able to quickly and efficiently produce a large number of cars, reducing the cost of production per unit and ultimately lowering the retail price of the Model T.

Question 2

The Sheppard-Towner Act mandated that the states and communities provide at least _______ percent of the funding and administer the operation of the programs.

Accepted Answer

The Sheppard-Towner Act, which was passed by the U.S. Congress in 1921, established a federal program to promote maternal and child health. The act mandated that the states and communities provide at least 50% of the funding and administer the operation of the programs, while the federal government provided the remaining 50% of the funding. This was done to encourage state and local involvement and investment in the programs, as well as to ensure that the programs were tailored to the specific needs of each community.

Question 3

Henry Ford

Accepted Answer

Henry Ford is credited with inventing the assembly line, which revolutionized the manufacturing industry by allowing for mass production of standard parts and assembly of products in a more efficient manner. While Ford did contribute significantly to the development of the gas engine and the use of the conveyor belt in manufacturing, he did not invent these technologies. Additionally, while he did use air brakes on some of his automobiles, he did not invent them.

Question 4

What policy(ies) did the Republican-controlled Congress and White House of the 1920s approve?

Accepted Answer

The Republican-controlled Congress and White House of the 1920s approved all of the policies listed, including increased tariffs, reduced tax rates for the wealthiest Americans, raised tax exemptions, and reduced estate taxes. These policies were part of a larger effort to promote business growth and stimulate the economy, which came to be known as the "Roaring Twenties." However, these policies also contributed to income inequality and set the stage for the Great Depression in the following decade.

Question 5

The introduction of "Welfare Capitalism" offered

Accepted Answer

The introduction of "Welfare Capitalism" offered all of the above, which included profit sharing, pensions, paid vacations, and funding for workers' recreation and social clubs. This approach aimed to improve the overall well-being of workers and increase their loyalty to the company.

Question 6

In the 1920s, nearly all federal revenue was dedicated to

Accepted Answer

During the 1920s, the federal government was primarily focused on repaying the loans taken out during World War I. As a result, a large portion of federal revenue was allocated for this purpose. Additionally, a significant amount of revenue was dedicated to national defense, as there were still concerns about potential threats to the United States even after the conclusion of the war. Social programs were not yet a priority during this time period. Therefore, choice E - A and C - is the best answer.

Question 7

Which of these statements is not true of the Volstead Act?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of these statements is not true...

Question 8

The "stretch out" was a technique whereby

Accepted Answer

The "stretch out" was a technique used by employers where they reduced the number of workers, requiring the remaining employees to increase their work pace to maintain production levels. This often led to increased stress and workload for the workers left.

Question 9

The Sheppard-Towner Act was the first federally funded program designed to promote

Accepted Answer

The Sheppard-Towner Act was passed in 1921 and provided federal funding for programs promoting maternal and child health. Its purpose was to reduce the high rates of infant and maternal mortality in the United States at the time.

Question 10

Ford's assembly line increased production by

Accepted Answer

Ford's assembly line revolutionized manufacturing by increasing productivity by about 50%.

Question 11

The term "oligarchy" refers to

Accepted Answer

Oligarchy refers to a form of government where a small group of individuals, usually from the same economic or social class, hold significant power and influence. In the context of the economy, it can refer to the control of an entire industry by a small number of large corporations.

Question 12

The Teapot Dome Scandal refers to a scandal when the federal government

Accepted Answer

The Teapot Dome Scandal involved the federal government granting private oil companies drilling rights on public land, specifically the Teapot Dome oil reserve in Wyoming, in exchange for bribes and kickbacks.

Question 13

Which is not true of the Ku Klux Klan that reemerged in 1915?

Accepted Answer

The Ku Klux Klan that reemerged in 1915 was not nonviolent. They used violence, intimidation, and terror tactics to enforce their beliefs and maintain their power.

Question 14

Henry Ford's Five Dollar Plan, at one time or another, required that employees not

Accepted Answer

Henry Ford's Five Dollar Plan included various requirements for his employees, such as not smoking, not drinking, avoiding fast lifestyles, and not embracing socialism. These conditions were part of Ford's effort to ensure his workers led moral and productive lives, in line with his own values and beliefs.

Question 15

Which state had the largest Klan membership?

Accepted Answer

Indiana had the largest Klan membership during the 1920s, with estimates reaching up to 250,000 members.

Question 16

The American Plan sought to

Accepted Answer

The American Plan was a strategy used by employers in the United States during the early 20th century to combat unionization. It promoted the idea of an "open shop," where workers were not required to join a union as a condition of their employment, effectively challenging the legitimacy and influence of labor unions.

Question 17

Which sport was not only the most popular during the 1920s but actually helped break down the racial barriers prevalent during that time?

Accepted Answer

Baseball was not only the most popular sport during the 1920s, but it also helped break down racial barriers. The sport provided an opportunity for African American and Hispanic players to showcase their skills and earn recognition. This was evident with the success of players like Babe Ruth and Jackie Robinson, who both broke records and helped to integrate the sport.

Question 18

Who was sometimes referred to as the "Black Babe Ruth"?

Accepted Answer

Josh Gibson, a baseball player who played in the Negro Leagues in the 1930s and 1940s, was sometimes referred to as the "Black Babe Ruth" due to his incredible hitting abilities.

Question 19

By the end of the 1920s, how many Americans owned cars?

Accepted Answer

By the end of the 1920s, about one in five Americans owned cars. This was largely due to the availability of affordable cars through mass production techniques, such as the assembly line introduced by Henry Ford.

Question 20

What professional group profited the most from Prohibition?

Accepted Answer

Doctors profited the most from Prohibition because they were allowed to prescribe medicinal alcohol, which became a lucrative business during that time.

Quiz 6: Roaring Twenties to the Great Depression, 1920-1932