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Post WWII 1950s
post WWII PASS Review
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are two examples of superpowers from the Cold War era? | After WWII, the U.S. and the Soviet Union became superpowers of the world. |
| Where did many people move to in the 1950s? | In the 1950’s, many families moved away from the cities to suburbs, or communities near the edge of a city. |
| What did consumers buy in the 1950s that helped the US economy to grow? | They began buying new goods such as televisions, barbecue grills, and new toys during the 1950’s. |
| What is consumer credit? | It is a credit used to buy goods that are consumed, or used up, such as food and clothing, rather than for investments such as farm equipment. This became popular in the 1950’s. |
| What were some symbols of the 1950s? | Rock ’n’ roll, television, and hula hoops are all symbols of the 1950’s. |