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1950 Dbq

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The United States has changed immensely since 1950. Americans were worried and anxious about a post-WWII depression that never occurred. 1946 was the year that saw the most marriages. Families started to grow, the economy boomed, people began to own cars and televisions, and much more. Back in 1950, most people lived in an urban city. Now, more than half of the United States population lives in the suburbs. (Doc. 2) People aren’t as friendly and outgoing as they were back then. In the 1950’s, everyone was friends with everyone. We don’t have as many neighborhood shops today. They can’t compete with the big chain stores and restaurants. (Doc. 3) Between 1960 and 1980, divorce rates nearly doubled. However, they dropped greatly after 1980.

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