Chapter 25

Quiz for Document 25-2: 1950s Rock and Roll Dancers (c. 1950)

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Chapter 25b

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Question 1

The photograph 1950s Rock and Roll Dancers best illustrates which of the following conclusions about post-war American economic and social conditions?A. Affluence led to cultural and artistic decadence.
B. African Americans took a leading role in American culture and the economy.
C. Many families were sufficiently affluent to afford their children leisure time and discretionary spending.
D. Youth unemployment created a generation without opportunities for productive work.

Question 2

As shown in the illustration, the most shocking aspects of Rock and Roll culture to middle class values includedA. dancing and music.
B. entertainment and leisure.
C. fun and excitement.
D. racial mixing and sexuality.

Question 3

The Rock and Roll decade, in its emphasis on affluence and youth culture that was thought to be corrosive of traditional values, is similar to which earlier era?A. Age of Anxiety
B. Beat Generation
C. Jazz Age
D. Progressive Era