Describe how life changed in the 1920s. Evaluate how changing life in the 1920s has impacted life today.

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Describe how life changed in the 1920s. Evaluate how changing life in the 1920s has impacted life today.

assembly line makes cars affordable for masses Impact: less isolation, roads, suburbs, economic boom

Ford ’ s Model T 1927=$290 (3 mths. wages so used installment plans; 2/3 of sales)

Think: What type of automobile technology would be considered revolutionary today? Write this on your whiteboard. Pair: Discuss your ideas with the person sitting next to you. Share: Share your ideas with the large group.

African American achievement in literature, music & the arts jazz developed in South, spread across nation Impact: A.A. literature, music, & art recognized

 Read your poster about a Harlem Renaissance artist. On ONE white board, write:  Name of Artist  Type of Art  Biggest Accomplishment  Present to large group

movies, radio, & sports become popular “flappers” challenge social norms impact: a popular culture is created

 If you lived during the 1920s, what would your favorite leisure time activity be?  Write this on your white board.

encouraged people to buy products to “improve their lives” installment plans: “Buy now, pay later” Impact: more sales, more debt, easier life 15% of all purchases; 60% of cars, furniture & appliances

Listerine Slogans “ Always a bridesmaid, Never a bride…” “If it’s bad, you won’t be welcome…Play safe … Use Listerine.” Resulting Sales 1922: $100, : $4 million

1. Study your 1920s advertisement at your table. 2. Discuss how the 1920s ad would look different in Consider:  What would the product look like today?  How would it be advertised today? 3. In your group, create a 2011 advertisement for the same (or similar) product. Share both ads with large group.

1. Name three ways that the changing life of the 1920s have influenced the world we live in today. 2. Which has had the largest influence on our lives today? Defend your choice.