Gilded Age Economic and Social Changes

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Match the following American history terms with their correct descriptions:

Carnegie Steel Company = A company founded by Andrew Carnegie, known for its philanthropy Dawes Act = Part of the Americanization movement targeting Native Americans Gospel of Wealth = A concept emphasizing the responsibility of the wealthy to use their resources for philanthropic purposes Transcontinental Railroad = Completed in 1869, it connected the East and West

Match the following historical figures or organizations with their significance:

Mark Twain = Coined the phrase 'Gilded Age' Knights of Labor = Labor organization formed in response to poor working conditions Jane Addams = Founder of Hull House providing education for immigrants Boss Tweed = Political leader associated with Tammany Hall

Match the following events with their corresponding descriptions:

Alaska Gold Rush = 1896 gold discovery in Alaska leading to miner migration Pendleton Act = Mandated hiring government officials based on merit Chinese Exclusion Act = Act of 1882 limiting Chinese immigration to the US Urbanization = The growth and development of cities facilitated by industrial jobs

Match the following concepts with their definitions:

Laissez-faire = Economic theory advocating minimal government intervention Nativism = Opposition to immigration Gilded Age = A period of rapid economic growth with significant social problems Social Darwinism = Theory applying Darwin's ideas about natural selection to society Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical movements or actions with their implications:

Farmer's Issues = Problems faced by farmers including low crop prices Westward Expansion = American movement towards the western parts of the continent Hull House = A settlement house providing education for immigrants Tammany Hall = Political organization that used incentives to gain control Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their contributions to American society:

Transcontinental Railroad = Improved communication and trade across the US Chinese Exclusion Act = An attempt to limit immigration from China Carnegie Steel Company = Significant player in the steel industry and philanthropy Dawes Act = Allotment of reservation lands to individual Native American families Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical concepts with their associated effects:

Urbanization = Facilitated by westward expansion and immigration Gospel of Wealth = Promoted philanthropy among wealthy individuals Social Darwinism = Justified social inequality and economic competition Nativism = Led to anti-immigration sentiments and policies Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical figures with their contributions or ideas:

Andrew Carnegie = Philanthropist and steel industry magnate Mark Twain = Prominent author critical of societal issues during the Gilded Age Jane Addams = Advocate for social reform and immigrant education Boss Tweed = Corrupt politician who exploited the political system Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mark Twain coined "Gilded Age" to describe an era of appearances of prosperity but underlying problems
Carnegie Steel Company founder promoted philanthropy
Industrial growth led to better communication/trade connecting the East and West
Increased demand for beef in the East led to growth of railroads
Americanization movement aiming to assimilate Native Americans
Reform movements arose due to poor working conditions and low wages (ex. Knights of Labor)
Cities attracted people for job opportunities
Immigrants caused urban overcrowding and tension with Nativists
Increased job opportunity, transportation, and communication led to westward expansion
Economic system allowed for expansion for business
Immigration limitations to protect American jobs
Rise of industrialists and new technological innovations
Government intervention to regulate big business and abuses

Reform Movements of the Era

Groups like Tammany Hall and Boss Tweed sought control of cities
Knights of Labor and American Federation of Labor organized workers
Farmers faced low crop prices and high railroad costs
Bimetallism supported by farmers seeking currency reform
Pendleton Act established merit-based government jobs
Hull House founder Jane Addams offered social services to immigrants

Urbanization and Immigration

Urban areas attracted immigrants and job seekers creating overcrowding and challenges
Chinese Exclusion Act limited Chinese immigration
Nativists opposed immigration
Urbanization led to overcrowding, tenements, and poor sanitation
Poor living conditions contributed to health issues
Reform movements sought solutions for urban problems
Improved transportation like railroad systems expanded westward industries

Technological Advancements

Increased demand created need for improved communication and transportation
The Growth of industry led to new technological innovations.
Transportation and communication improved movement of goods and people across the country
Industrial technological innovations helped develop a stronger economy

Religious revivals focused on providing salvation to the poor and addressing urban issues
Philanthropy, emphasized by wealthy industrialists, sought to give back to society.
A rise of efficient and innovative businesses emerged within the era
Government saw a rise in improvements to support the population
Americans saw a potential for religious opportunities and social reform and improvements to the economy

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Explore the significant economic and social changes during the Gilded Age, a term popularized by Mark Twain. This quiz covers topics such as industrial growth, immigration, reform movements, and the impact of railroads. Test your knowledge on how these factors shaped American society in the late 19th century.