The Jazz Age was a decade of extreme change in the lives of many Americans. Taking place in the aftermath of World War I, this era, also referred to as the “Roaring Twenties,” is characterized by its remarkable economic and technological growth, its lowering of moral standards, and the popularity of the jazz and swing music that led to its name. The decade is known for the exciting, reckless lifestyle that many people adopted in the post-war time of wealth and ease. The invention and popularization of radio, television, and “talking pictures,” or movies with sound, gave Americans new forms of entertainment, and the time-saving household inventions like washing machines, vacuum cleaners, and dishwashers allowed for more time spent on fun and