1950’s: A Time of Prosperity

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1950’s: A Time of Prosperity How did the American economy and society change after WWII?

G.I. Bill of rights By 1960, 1/3 of Americans lived in the suburbs.

inflation What items today cost more than they are worth? Why?

Taft-hartley act Why do workers go on strike? What do they want?

Truman’s fair deal What are examples of how our current president is trying to make life “fair” for all Americans?

Eisenhower’s beliefs Do you agree with his ideas?

Interstate highway act What are examples of how people travel today?

Results of new jobs Why are Americans struggling to get jobs today?

Baby boom “In 1957, there was a baby born every second!”

The Ozzie & Harriet Show 1952-1966 1950s Shows television What type of television is popular today? The Ozzie & Harriet Show 1952-1966 I Love Lucy Zorro

Rock and roll Elvis Presley Chuck Berry Jerry Lee Lewis Buddy Holly

Inner cities Who was living in the “suburbs” Who was living in the “inner cities” Why?

Movie Stars TV Stars Music Stars Celebrities of the 1950s Movie Stars TV Stars Music Stars

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