Urbanization gilded age
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- Q1During the Gilded Age, which group primarily contributed to the labor force in urban areas?Wealthy landownersNative AmericansAfrican American farmersImmigrants from Europe30s
- Q2What was one of the major challenges faced by cities during the Gilded Age?Absence of transportation systemsLack of cultural institutionsOvercrowding and unsanitary living conditionsExcessive green spaces and parks30s
- Q3Which movement emerged in response to the problems caused by urbanization in the Gilded Age?The EnlightenmentThe Progressive MovementThe Transcendental MovementThe Romantic Movement30s
- Q4What was a significant impact of urbanization during the Gilded Age?Enhanced focus on small community livingIncreased rural agricultural productionDecreased population in citiesRapid industrial growth and the rise of mass immigration30s
- Q5What invention by Thomas Edison significantly improved communication during the Gilded Age and contributed to the rise of telecommunication monopolies?PhonographTelephoneLight bulbTelegraph30s
- Q6What term describes a significant business leader who amassed wealth and power during the Gilded Age, often at the expense of competition?Robber BaronCaptain of IndustryIndustrialistPhilanthropist30s
- Q7Which industry did John D. Rockefeller primarily dominate during the Gilded Age?SteelOilTextilesRailroads30s
- Q8Which act was passed in 1890 to combat anti-competitive practices by monopolies in the United States?Interstate Commerce ActSherman Antitrust ActFederal Trade Commission ActClayton Antitrust Act30s
- Q9Which industrialist is known for revolutionizing the steel industry during the Gilded Age?Henry FordThomas EdisonP. MorganAndrew Carnegie30s
- Q10What was the primary purpose of the Indian Removal Act of 1830?To promote Native American educationTo protect Native American lands from settlersTo facilitate the relocation of Native American tribes to lands west of the Mississippi RiverTo grant citizenship to Native Americans30s
- Q11What was a key outcome of the Indian Removal Act for the U.S. government?Decline in agricultural production in the SouthEstablishment of peace treaties with Native AmericansCreation of new states in the NortheastExpansion of territory for agricultural and economic development30s
- Q12Which legislation was passed to curb the power of monopolies during the Gilded Age?Federal Trade Commission ActInterstate Commerce ActClayton Antitrust ActSherman Antitrust Act30s
- Q13Which industry was primarily controlled by Andrew Carnegie during the Gilded Age?TelecommunicationsSteelRailroadTextiles30s
- Q14What was the primary goal of the monopolies that emerged during the Gilded Age?To reduce competition and increase profitsTo lower prices for consumersTo improve labor conditionsTo promote innovation30s
- Q15Which of the following was a negative consequence of monopolies during the Gilded Age?Increased consumer choicesAbuse of market power leading to higher pricesJob creation and economic growthFair wages for workers30s