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Term for young urban professionals of the 1980s who flaunted their wealth?
"Yuppies"
What is true about Americans in the 1980s?
They became wealthier
What 1980s slogan expressed the idea that earning wealth was very important?
Greed is good
What were the most controversial social issues concerning Americans in the 1980s?
The most controversial social issues concerning Americans in the 1980s were drug abuse, teen pregnancy, and racial violence.
Why did Americans look to conservative presidents during the 1980s?
Americans wanted to return to traditional values.
What was the ERA that Americans argued about in the early 1980s?
the Equal Rights Amendment
Term for young urban professionals of the 1980s who flaunted their wealth through conspicuous consumer spending?
Yuppies
Why did unemployed Americans find it harder to survive in the 1980s?
The government cut welfare and aid programs.
What explains the rising popularity of the New conservative movement on the early 1980s?
The rise of the counterculture of the 1960s alienated many Americans
What explains the rising popularity of the New Right conservative movement in the early 1980s?
The rise of the counterculture of the 1960s alienated many Americans.
Which year did neon colours become popular?
Neon colors became popular in the 1980s, with fluorescent hues dominating the fashion and design trends of the decade. The vibrant and eye-catching nature of neon colors symbolized the bold and vibrant attitude of the 80s.
What did the 1970s and 1980s see an increase in?
The 1970s and 1980s saw an increase in horror movies. More relevantly they also saw an increase in the influence of Christian fundamentalism, the average age of Americans, support for consumer and environmental movements and the number of women holding political office.
