Question

what did the 1920 presidential election show about american public opinion?
a. americans supported the ideals of the bolshevik revolution.
b. americans were eager to expand progressive reforms.
c. americans were tired of being involved in european affairs.
d. americans wanted the united states to lead the league of nations.

Explanation:

After World War I, there was a strong sentiment of isolationism in the US. The 1920 presidential election was in the context of post - WWI. The US had been involved in European affairs during the war. The election results reflected a desire to return to a more inward - looking policy.

• Option A: Americans were generally against the Bolshevik Revolution (due to anti - communist and anti - radical feelings at the time, like the Red Scare).
• Option B: The Progressive Era was winding down by 1920. There was less of a push for expanding Progressive reforms compared to earlier years.
• Option D: The US did not join the League of Nations (which was seen as a European - centered organization in some ways, and there was opposition to being overly involved in international organizations that might draw the US into more European affairs).

Answer:

C. Americans were tired of being involved in European affairs.