Question 1

Which of the two following countries suffered the largest reductions in the immigration quotas accepted by the United States after the Immigration Act of 1924?

Accepted Answer

The Immigration Act of 1924 significantly reduced the number of immigrants allowed into the United States, particularly targeting those from Southern and Eastern Europe, which most affected Italy and Russia.

Question 2

In the 1920s, immigration restriction included which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The 1920s saw the enactment of immigration laws that severely limited immigration from southern and eastern Europe, notably through the Johnson-Reed Act of 1924, which established national origins quotas.

Question 3

What broad popular sentiments did the Ku Klux Klan express in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

The Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s expressed nativist sentiments, advocating for the control of the nation by native-born Protestants, reflecting widespread xenophobia and anti-immigrant attitudes of the time.

Question 4

Which of the following statements best assesses Herbert Hoover's qualification for the presidency in 1928?

Accepted Answer

Herbert Hoover was known for his expertise in economic planning and his successful organization of food relief during World War I, which were significant qualifications for his presidency in 1928. He was not an elected official before his presidency, his upbringing and personality were not particularly noted for affability and charm, his stance was not primarily characterized by a bold embrace of government regulation, and he did not serve in a combat role in World War I.

Question 5

While many Americans embraced modern urban culture, others found it alarming. Which of the following groups felt threatened by mass entertainment and the presence of other religions due to immigration?

Accepted Answer

Evangelical Protestants felt threatened by the changes brought about by modern urban culture, including mass entertainment and the influx of immigrants practicing different religions. They often viewed these developments as moral threats to the American way of life and were particularly concerned about the impact on traditional Christian values.

Question 6

Immigration policies changed during the 1920s as the government started to restrict wholesale immigration. How did employers react to these changes in policy?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Immigration policies changed during the 1920s as...

Question 7

What were the National Catholic Welfare Council and the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith lobbying for in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

Both organizations were advocating for laws to prevent discrimination against immigrants, reflecting their commitment to protecting the rights and fair treatment of immigrant communities in the United States.

Question 8

In 1921, Congress imposed country-by-country immigration quotas. Which of the following regions was not subject to them?

Accepted Answer

The Western Hemisphere was not subject to the country-by-country immigration quotas imposed by Congress in 1921. These quotas primarily targeted countries from Europe and Asia, aiming to restrict immigration from those regions, while countries in the Western Hemisphere, such as those in North, Central, and South America, were exempt.

Question 9

Cultural pluralism

Accepted Answer

Cultural pluralism describes a society that celebrates and embraces ethnic diversity, recognizing and valuing the contributions of various cultural groups.

Question 10

The Harlem Renaissance

Accepted Answer

The Harlem Renaissance was a cultural movement that spanned the 1920s and early 1930s. It was a period of great creativity and innovation in African-American literature, music, and art. Writers like Claude McKay used their work to explore the roots of the black experience and to challenge prevailing stereotypes.

Question 11

"Slumming" meant

Accepted Answer

"Slumming" referred to the practice of white individuals visiting Harlem's dancehalls, jazz clubs, and speakeasies during the Harlem Renaissance. This was part of a broader cultural exploration and fascination with African American culture among some segments of white society during the 1920s.

Question 12

Which of the following is true of the Ku Klux Klan of the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

The Ku Klux Klan of the 1920s indeed had many members who were respected in their communities, including politicians, law enforcement officials, and other influential positions. This helped the Klan to integrate into mainstream society and exert significant influence, especially in certain regions of the United States.

Question 13

How did fundamentalist Christians define freedom in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1920s, fundamentalist Christians defined freedom primarily as voluntary adherence to moral liberty. This perspective emphasized living according to a set of moral principles and values derived from a literal interpretation of the Bible, rather than focusing solely on individual rights or freedoms such as speech, religion, or self-expression.

Question 14

What statement best summarizes the ideas behind the term "New Negro"?

Accepted Answer

The term "New Negro" refers to a movement during the Harlem Renaissance where African Americans rejected stereotypes and sought to redefine how they were viewed by society and themselves. This movement emphasized racial pride, cultural expression, and the rejection of established stereotypes.

Question 15

The American Civil Liberties Union helped to reshape the meaning of traditional civil liberties and invented new ones. Which of the following was considered a "new" civil liberty in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

The right to privacy was considered a "new" civil liberty in the 1920s, as legal interpretations and societal values began to evolve, leading to a broader understanding of individual rights.

Question 16

Meyer v. Nebraska

Accepted Answer

Meyer v. Nebraska (1923) overturned a Nebraska law that prohibited the teaching of any modern language other than English to children who had not yet passed the eighth grade. The Supreme Court ruled that the law unreasonably infringed upon the liberty guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment, which includes the rights of parents and guardians to engage teachers to instruct their children in languages other than English.

Question 17

Regarding public education, in 1922, Oregon became the first state to

Accepted Answer

In 1922, Oregon passed a law that essentially banned private schools, including parochial (religious) schools. This law was later challenged and found unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1925 in the case of Pierce v. Society of Sisters, which held that parents have the right to choose private education for their children.

Question 18

What new category did the 1924 Johnson-Reed Act establish?

Accepted Answer

The 1924 Johnson-Reed Act, also known as the Immigration Act of 1924, established the category of "illegal aliens" by setting quotas on the number of immigrants allowed from each country, effectively creating a legal distinction between those who entered the United States within the set quotas and those who did not.

Question 19

By the 1930s, a few Supreme Court decisions showed that, in terms of civil liberties

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is D because the passage states that "the judicial foundation for civil liberties was slowly being laid."

Question 20

How did 1920s immigration policy reflect the concept of race in the United States?

Accepted Answer

In the 1920s, U.S. immigration policy, particularly the Immigration Act of 1924, reflected racial biases by establishing quotas that favored northern and western Europeans while severely restricting immigrants from southern and eastern Europe and virtually excluding Asians. Nonwhites were largely excluded from these quotas, reflecting the racial prejudices of the time.

Quiz 20: From Business Culture to Great Depression: The Twenties, 1920-1932