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Question 1 • US History Studies Since 1877

A reason consumerism increased in the 1920s was because many working people

Answer
A
earned more money.
B
bought only essential goods.
C
bought only nonessential goods.
D
earned less money.

Explanation

Many working people earned more money during the 1920s, giving them greater purchasing power. They could buy more goods, including new products such as cars and household appliances, which helped consumerism grow. So the correct choice is “earned more money.”

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