Questions and Answers
Taylorism attempted to use scientific principles to better handle which aspect of business?
management
What most directly explains the boost in production of McCormick reapers?
The adoption of interchangeable parts
By 1913, the United States produced one-third of the world's industrial output. This was more than __________.
All of the above, combined (a. Britain b. France c. Germany)
A wave of mergers peaked between 1897 and 1904. The largest of these mergers created the first billion dollar American corporation. What was that corporation?
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By 1900, the richest ten percent controlled perhaps _______ percent of the nation's wealth.
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Which of the following most accurately describes the arguments of Social Darwinism?
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Which of the following events most seriously damaged the Knights of Labor?
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Which of the following groups was the most radical?
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The final two decades of the nineteenth century saw over _________ strikes and lockouts.
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Which group founded the People's Party (also known as the Populists)?
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What did the Populists propose in the Omaha Platform?
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Why were southerners unable to maintain unity in the People's Party?
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Why did William Jennings Bryan attack the Gold Standard?
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Which of the following factors contributed to William McKinley's victory over William Jennings Bryan in the 1896 election?
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The Socialist Party of America achieved which of the following gains in the early twentieth century?
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Study Notes
Business Management and Production
- Taylorism applies scientific principles to improve management in businesses.
- Adoption of interchangeable parts significantly boosted production efficiency of McCormick reapers.
Industrial Output and Corporations
- By 1913, the U.S. generated one-third of global industrial output, surpassing Britain, France, and Germany combined.
- A wave of mergers between 1897 and 1904 culminated in the formation of United States Steel, the first billion-dollar American corporation.
Wealth Distribution and Social Dynamics
- By 1900, the wealthiest 10% possessed approximately 90% of the nation’s wealth.
- Social Darwinism opposed state welfare and private charity, arguing these policies would worsen social conditions by enabling the survival of the weak.
Labor Movements
- The Knights of Labor faced serious setbacks due to the Haymarket Affair.
- This group was recognized as the most radical labor organization during its time.
- Over 20,000 strikes and lockouts occurred in the last two decades of the 19th century.
Political Movements
- The People's Party, also known as the Populists, was formed by small farmers primarily from the South, Midwest, and Great Plains.
- The Omaha Platform proposed the nationalization of railroads and telegraph systems to prioritize public interests.
Regional Challenges and Elections
- Southern Populists struggled to maintain unity due to racial tensions and conflicts.
- William Jennings Bryan criticized the Gold Standard to advocate for inflation, aiming to ease farmers' debt burdens.
- McKinley’s victory over Bryan in the 1896 election was largely supported by his ability to outspend Bryan fivefold on the campaign.
Socialist Achievements
- The Socialist Party of America made significant strides, electing over 1,000 candidates and registering over 150,000 members.
- In the 1912 election, Socialist candidate Eugene Debs garnered nearly one million votes, highlighting the party's growing influence.
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Test your knowledge on the key concepts from Chapter 16 of the American Yawp. This quiz includes topics like Taylorism, production techniques, and the industrial output of the United States. Perfect for anyone studying American history and industrialization.
