the rapid development of mass media during the 1920s

a. promoted a mass migration to rural areas
b. encouraged Americans to work longer hours
c. promoted the creation of a national culture
d. simplified life for most Americasn

dont know....i'll keep looking

I don't think radio and movies simplified life for most Americans.

Think about nearly everyone listening to the radio and going to movies.

Huh???

Remember that people could only get one to maybe four stations. Each movie theater only played one or two movies at a time.

sorry, but i'm so confused about thsi

only thing left that souds right is C....i'm probably wrong about that too..?

You're right. It's c.

When large numbers of Americans were watching the same movies and listening to the same radio shows, then that helped solidify the national culture. Remember -- before these beginnings of mass media, news traveled very slowly and people in one place often didn't know much about what was happening or the lives of people 100 miles away.

oh..okay thanks (: sorry i'm so slow

No problem! I admire you for hanging in here and trying! :-)

thanks so much:)

You're very welcome.

To determine the answer to this question, we need to examine the effects of the rapid development of mass media during the 1920s.

a. Did it promote a mass migration to rural areas?
Looking at the 1920s context, the rapid development of mass media mainly occurred in urban areas, such as cities. Therefore, it is unlikely that it would have promoted a mass migration to rural areas.

b. Did it encourage Americans to work longer hours?
The development of mass media did not directly encourage Americans to work longer hours. However, it did introduce new forms of entertainment and communication that might have tempted some individuals to spend more time engaged with media, potentially impacting their work-life balance. However, this answer is not the most accurate.

c. Did it promote the creation of a national culture?
This option seems to be more likely. The widespread availability of media platforms, such as radio and movies, allowed for the dissemination of common experiences, ideas, and trends across the country. This trend contributed to the emergence of a shared national culture and popular culture during the 1920s, often referred to as the "Roaring Twenties."

d. Did it simplify life for most Americans?
The rapid development of mass media in the 1920s brought various forms of entertainment and information into people's homes. While it certainly added new dimensions to people's lives, it didn't necessarily simplify life for most Americans. The introduction of new technologies often presents challenges and complexities alongside their benefits.

Considering the options given, the most accurate answer would be:
c. The rapid development of mass media during the 1920s promoted the creation of a national culture.

i think it's D?