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Chapter 8 Section 2 A Growing Economy U.S. History Chapter 8 Section 2 A Growing Economy

Why did a consumer buying spree occur in the 1920’s? Higher wages Shorter workdays Credit Mass advertising

How did life change for people in the 1920’s? Access to automobiles Better pay Shorter hours Radio Air travel Consumer products made life easier

Muncie, Indiana – Page 212 1925 – Middletown Survey – We were the middle of the country based on population. The Lynds conducted a survey among the citizens of Muncie.

List some factors that caused a “quiet depression” for farmers. Farmers borrowed money to meet food demands in Europe from WW I. European demand declined due to improved conditions, lack of money, higher American taxes. President Coolidge vetoed bills that would have helped farmers get rid of their surplus crops.