The Baby Boom

Question 1

According to President Truman, which of the following outcomes were predicted by many experts in the years following the end of World War II?Check all of the boxes that apply.

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inflation; economic collapse

Question 2

To what “racial problem” is Levitt referring?

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segregation

Question 3

Based on the graph you see here, when did the US birthrate grow most quickly?

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between 1945 and 1950

Question 4

Which of these statements describe the changes that happened in America in the 1950s?Check all of the boxes that apply.

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Suburbs grew outside of cities.; New highways helped Americans travel more quickly.; Cars became a more important part of American culture.

Question 5

Read the quotation from builder William Levitt, then answer these questions.To what “housing problem” is Levitt referring?

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housing shortages

Question 6

Which technologies developed during the 1950s still affect our lives today?Check all of the boxes that apply.

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transistors; televisions; computers; nuclear power; vaccines

Question 7

Which of these statements about the 1950s is false?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Most people tended to go their own way and valued individualism.

Question 8

Test your knowledge about 1950s values by reading the statement below and answering the question that follows.Terrell is a teenager who has conformed to 1950s values and norms. Which of the following behaviors would Terrell be most likely to exhibit?

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Terrell would find a way to earn money to buy popular items seen on TV.

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