USA HISTORY

THE ROARING 20S 1920 1929

1920S AMERICAN CULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Much of the economic growth of the 1920s was based on
A
increased trade with other nation
B
the productions of new consumer goods
C
rising prices of agricultural goods
D
the rapid development of the west
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The prosperity of the 1920s led to new patterns of consumption, or purchasing consumer goods like radios, cars, vacuums, beauty products or clothing. The expansion of credit in the 1920s allowed for the sale of more consumer goods and put automobiles within reach of average Americans.

Detailed explanation-2: -By the early 1920s, the economy was booming. Advances in technology, mass production, and new advertising methods led to a vibrant consumer culture.

Detailed explanation-3: -Consumerism in the 1920s was a state where individuals were encouraged to buy goods in increasing quantities. It was defined by an impulsive desire to spend money. People were caught up in the idea of how only rich people owned a lot of goods-driving a purchasing frenzy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fashion, Fads and Film Stars. During the 1920s, many Americans had extra money to spend-and spend it they did, on movies, fashion and consumer goods such as ready-to-wear clothing and home appliances like electric refrigerators. In particular, they bought radios.

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