1. Prohibition had a great impact on the lives of the American people during the 1920s.

 2. The 1920s were a time of many social, political, economic, and technological developments.

 3. The stock market crash was the culmination of political, social, and economic forces that were out of control.

The concepts and content of this unit will encourage students to reach an understanding of what life was like during the 1920s by researching the lives of in dividuals from that period. It is important for students to comprehend that while the 1920s were a period of economic boom and prosperity for many, it was also a time of grave difficulty for others. Students need to understand the economy of the 1920s to comprehend the Stock Market Crash and the Depression that follows.

 Students often enjoy the parallels between this decade and contemporary life. The 1920s were a period of unrest, of an emphasis on style and entertainment, crime and sports, with a growing friction between generations, all of which students can identify with today.

 In addition, the activities in which students participate to reach an understanding of the concepts and content will encourage the students to assess information they have researched, take positions, and support their positions with appropriate evidence.

Question/Problem 1 : What effects did Prohibition have on American society in the 1920s?

Question/Problem 2 : How did the lives of famous people reflect life in the 1920s?

Question/Problem 3 : Prove that the 1920s were either the best of times or the worst of times.

Question/Problem 4 : What were the economic problems during the 1920s that led to the Stock Market Crash?