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- Q1What major factor contributed to the rapid expansion of the United States during the Gilded Age?The invention of the telegraphThe decrease in immigrationThe rise of agricultureThe growth of railroads60s
- Q2Which of the following issues was NOT commonly associated with the Gilded Age?Widespread access to high-quality educationChild laborPoor factory working conditionsCorruption in business and government60s
- Q3Which industry primarily benefited from the expansion of railroads during the late 19th century?CoalTextilesAutomobilesTelecommunications60s
- Q4What was one reason for the shift from skilled labor to unskilled labor in factories during the late 19th century?Advancements in machinery increased production efficiency.All workers had specialized skills.Workers demanded higher wages.Factories had fewer employees than needed.60s
- Q5Why did factory owners start employing women and children?To increase productivityTo improve factory safetyTo comply with new regulationsTo get even cheaper labor60s
- Q6What made it difficult for workers to organize against poor working conditions?High wagesDivision between race and classGovernment supportStrong labor unions60s
- Q7What was the primary tool used by workers to negotiate with factory owners during labor disputes?Buying suppliesStrikesHiring replacementsNegotiations60s
- Q8Which of the following actions were often taken by robber barons to eliminate competition?Offering better working conditionsExpanding worker rightsIncreasing wagesUndercutting prices60s
- Q9What industry rapidly grew in South Carolina during the diversification of its economy?Textile millsAutomobile manufacturingShipbuildingMining60s
- Q10What was a significant factor that contributed to the establishment of textile mills in South Carolina?The growth of tourismThe availability of coalThe demand for steelThe large production of cotton60s
- Q11What was a common work schedule for employees in textile mills?12 hours a day Monday through Friday and 9 hours on Saturday.10 hours a day, 6 days a week.24 hours a day, 7 days a week.8 hours a day, 5 days a week.60s
- Q12Which type of tree harvested in South Carolina is particularly valuable for making paper and turpentine?CypressLongleaf pineMapleOak60s
- Q13What was one significant action taken by Governor Wade Hampton during his time in office after the withdrawal of federal troops in 1877?He expanded voting rights for African Americans.He reduced taxes on wealthy citizens.He increased funding for public education.He closed the University of South Carolina for 3 years.60s
- Q14How did Governor Wade Hampton's actions towards African Americans create conflict among his supporters?He appointed 86 blacks to political positions.He hired only white officials for his administration.He passed laws to protect black voting rights.He encouraged black participation in education.60s
- Q15What was the purpose of the 8 Box Law of 1882 in South Carolina?To confuse and disenfranchise African American votersTo encourage more people to voteTo make voting easier for everyoneTo ensure fair elections60s