Question

Use the list to answer the question:

Mass-produced automobiles
Radios
Motion Pictures
What was an important consequence of the terms on the list?
a. Americans imported more goods than they exported
b. Development of a shared national identity
c. Rapid growth of the national debt
d. Reinforcement of local traditions

Answer 1

b. Development of a shared national identity.

The mass production of automobiles, radios, and motion pictures all contributed to the creation of a shared national identity in the United States. Automobiles allowed people to travel more freely and connect with others from different parts of the country. Radios provided a way for people to access news and entertainment from across the nation, and motion pictures helped to create a shared culture and mythology. All of these developments helped to break down regional differences and reinforce a sense of national identity.