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US History 132

What does “modernism” mean in intellectual and artistic terms? How did the modernist movement influence American culture in the early twentieth century?

Assess the impact of the consumer culture during the 1920’s. What contributed to its growth?

What were the other major social and cultural trends and movements that became prominent during the twenties? How did they challenge traditional standards and customs?

Videos: Watch number ONE AND TWO. Choose ONE from THREE. (comment 50 words for each video) 2%

1. Watch the documentary on the 1920's. Provide your impression, and perspective on life and culture. It is about 100 years ago. Comment on a classmate posting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RN7ftyZigYs (50 words) 1%

2. Watch and comment on John Greene's perspective on the 1920's. Any new perspective to contrast or add to our textbook? Which? Comment on classmate posting. (50 words) 1%. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfOR1XCMf7A&t=228s

Watch ONE of the 1920's cartoons. Comment on social, cultural or economic message you catch. Comment on classmate posting. Share the links you watched. (50 words) 1% https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=+1920%27s+cartoons

OPTIONAL: WATCH EPISODE ONE KEN BURN’S DOCUMENTARY ‘JAZZ’ (for your enjoyment and awareness) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZZhieONyto&list=PLuDrqfL4qtOIcc0h574Igd0Lok0eF9yGg