Survey the cultural world of the 1920s. What themes were developed by writers and artists of the period?

What will be an ideal response?


Ans: This question may be approached in various ways, depending on the themes chosen: antipathy toward, or praise of, mass society; preoccupation with the irrational; and so forth. Students should systematically examine the intellectuals briefly treated in the textbook.

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British authorities based their colonial commercial policies on the theory of __________

a. feudalism b. monopolism c. mercantilism d. federalism e. republicanism

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In contrast to his father, Frederick William the Elector, King Frederick William I of Prussia practiced what religion?

a. Lutheran b. Catholic c. Calvinist d. Mennonite e. None of these

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What is the most accurate way to describe Francisco Franco’s political leanings?

A) Socialist B) Communist C) Fascist D) Proponent of popular sovereignty E) Authoritarian Catholic traditionalist

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While the Revolution liberalized the political ideology of most Americans, leaders favored a "mixed government," which meant that:

a. each state would have a two-house legislature elected by all adult males b. the numbers of people voting would be balanced by the talent of superior leaders c. states would have strong executive and legislative branches of government d. members of all races and ethnic groups could vote amongst themselves for representation in Congress

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