1920’s Traditional Vs Modern Values

1920’s Traditional Vs Modern Values Prohibition: Time in U.S. history where alcohol was illegal as a result of the 18th Amendment 18th Amendment Prohibited the “manufacture, sale, or transport of intoxicating liquors.” Attempt by the government to legislate morality. Volstead Act: defined “intoxicating liquors” as both wine and beer Bootlegging and speakeasies become popular Organized crime and violence lead to the passage of the 21st amendment ending prohibition.

1920’s Traditional Vs Modern Values Fundamentalist People who believed the bible should be taken literally. The Scopes Trial Teacher in Tennessee was arrested for teach evolution to his student. Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan were the layers. He was convicted and fined 100 dollars. Significant because it tested fundamental values against modern values in the U.S.

1920’s Traditional Vs Modern Values Changing roles for women 19th Amendment New Technologies lead to new jobs and leisure time Flappers: women who were lipstick an short hair, and shorter dresses. Symbolized the changing role of women. Margret Sanger

1920’s Traditional Vs Modern Values The Lost Generation A group of young writers who reject materialism believing the search for wealth would lead to downfall The increase in leisure time lead to the development of Hollywood and professional sports.

Writing Assignment Imagine you are a junior in high school in 1925. Write a short argument (1 paragraph) defending either traditional values or the contemporary values of the 1920’s.