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What was the primary focus of Theodore Roosevelt's Big Stick policy?

  • Isolationism in foreign affairs
  • Economic sanctions against hostile nations
  • Negotiation backed by the threat of force (correct)
  • Expanding territory through military conquest

Which of the following was a consequence of Prohibition in the United States?

  • Improvement in public health
  • Rise of speakeasies and bootlegging (correct)
  • Decrease in organized crime
  • Increase in legal production of alcohol

What was the impact of Wilson's Fourteen Points on post-war negotiations?

  • They inspired a lasting peace agreement
  • They were rejected by European allies (correct)
  • They created new military alliances
  • They were widely accepted with no changes

What does the term nativism refer to?

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Which program was part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal?

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What is a major characteristic of the Roaring 1920s?

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What were governmental reforms aimed at achieving?

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How did the Great Depression primarily affect American society?

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Which was a goal of consumer protections?

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What is the primary goal of labor unions?

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What did home front mobilization during World War I involve?

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Which term describes a market structure dominated by a single company?

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What was the objective of the Homestead Act?

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What did the 'Gospel of Wealth' promote?

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What was the significance of the case Plessy v. Ferguson?

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What is Social Darwinism?

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Which of the following describes 'yellow journalism'?

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What was the main purpose of the Dawes Act?

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What does 'urbanization' refer to?

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What was a primary aim of the anti-imperialists in the context of American expansion?

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Which of the following best describes the primary action of home front mobilization during World War I?

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What was a significant consequence of the Great Depression on American society?

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What did Wilson's Fourteen Points primarily advocate for after World War I?

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Which cultural movement is most associated with the celebration of African American culture during the 1920s?

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What was one of the primary objectives of consumer protection laws during the early 20th century?

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What was a common misconception about Prohibition during its enactment?

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Which statement accurately reflects Hoover's responses to the Great Depression?

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What does the term 'nativism' primarily relate to?

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What was one of the critical impacts of the New Deal on American society?

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What is a primary characteristic of laissez-faire economics?

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What was the main purpose of labor unions during industrialization?

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Which of the following best explains the concept of assimilation regarding immigrants?

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What was a significant impact of urbanization during the Gilded Age?

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Which statement best describes the purpose of the Homestead Act?

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What do Jim Crow laws represent in American history?

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What was the goal of the Dawes Act regarding Native Americans?

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Which of the following reflects the concept of Social Darwinism?

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What does the term yellow journalism refer to?

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What was the aim of the Populist Movement?

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Laissez-faire

An economic system where the government has little to no intervention in business activities.

Monopoly

A market structure where a single company dominates the market, eliminating competition.

Labor Unions

Organizations formed by workers to advocate for better working conditions and rights.

Urbanization

The process where an increasing population lives in cities.

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Tenements

Overcrowded and poorly maintained apartment buildings in cities.

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Push Factors

Conditions that drive people to leave their home country.

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Pull Factors

Conditions that attract people to a new country.

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Assimilation

The process by which immigrants adopt the cultural norms of their new country.

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Nativism

The policy of protecting the interests of native-born or established inhabitants against those of immigrants.

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Jim Crow Laws

State and local laws enforcing racial segregation in the Southern United States.

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Big Stick Policy

A policy that emphasizes the use of military force to achieve foreign policy goals, often through the threat of force rather than direct action. Think of a big, strong stick intimidating others.

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Progressivism

A period of widespread social, economic, and political reform in the United States, aiming to improve the lives of citizens and address social problems.

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Prohibition

The legal ban on the production, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages in the United States from 1920 to 1933.

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Harlem Renaissance

A cultural, social, and artistic movement that flourished in Harlem, New York, during the 1920s, celebrating African American culture and achievements.

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Great Depression

The severe worldwide economic downturn that began in 1929 and lasted through the 1930s, characterized by high unemployment, widespread poverty, and business failures.

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New Deal

Programs and policies initiated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the Great Depression to stimulate the economy, provide relief, and reform the financial system.

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Home Front Mobilization

The process of mobilizing and coordinating resources, manpower, and public morale to support a nation's war effort at home, often involving rationing, propaganda, and increased government regulation.

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Civil Liberties

The fundamental rights and freedoms guaranteed to individuals by law, such as freedom of speech, religion, and assembly.

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Wilson's Fourteen Points

A set of peace proposals outlined by President Woodrow Wilson in 1918, aiming to establish a stable and lasting peace after World War I.

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Consumerism

The promotion of the interests of consumers and the spending on goods and services.

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Hoover's responses

Measures taken by President Herbert Hoover to combat the Great Depression.

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Impact of Depression & ND

The effects of the Great Depression and New Deal on American society and the economy.

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Captains of Industry

Business leaders viewed as having a positive impact on industrialization's growth, often associated with innovation and job creation.

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Gospel of Wealth

The belief that the wealthy have a moral responsibility to use their wealth to benefit society, often through philanthropy and social causes.

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Populist Movement

A political movement that arose in the late 19th century, advocating for the interests of farmers and working-class people against the wealthy elite.

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Robber Barons

Practices used by some wealthy businessmen in the 19th century, often characterized by ruthless tactics, exploitation, and corruption.

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Gilded Age

The period in American history (late 19th century) characterized by rapid economic growth, but also significant social problems like poverty and inequality.

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Patronage

The practice of awarding government jobs to political supporters, regardless of their qualifications, often leading to corruption and inefficiency.

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Indian Reservations

Areas of land designated by the U.S. government for Native Americans to live on, often established after forced relocation from their traditional lands.

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Plessy v. Ferguson

A landmark Supreme Court case in 1896 that upheld the constitutionality of racial segregation under the “separate but equal” doctrine.

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Study Notes

Industrialization

  • Laissez-faire: Economic system with minimal government regulation, allowing businesses to operate freely.
  • Monopoly: A market dominated by a single company, lacking competition.
  • Robber Barons: 19th-century industrialists accused of exploiting workers and using unethical tactics for wealth.
  • Captains of Industry: Business leaders lauded for promoting industrial growth.
  • Labor Unions: Organizations of workers advocating for improved working conditions and rights.
  • Urbanization: Increased population density in cities.
  • Tenements: Overcrowded and substandard apartment buildings in urban areas.

Immigration & Race Relations

  • Push Factors: Circumstances prompting people to leave their home country.
  • Pull Factors: Conditions attracting people to a new country.
  • Assimilation: Immigrants adopting the culture of their new country.
  • Nativism: Favoring interests of native-born citizens over immigrants.
  • Jim Crow Laws: Laws enforcing racial segregation in the Southern United States.
  • Plessy v. Ferguson: Supreme Court ruling upholding "separate but equal" racial segregation.

The West

  • Homestead Act: Law providing free land in the West to settlers who farmed it for five years.
  • Transcontinental Railroads: Connecting the East and West coasts by rail.
  • Indian Reservations: Lands designated for Native Americans, often resulting from forced relocation.
  • Dawes Act: Law attempting to assimilate Native Americans by dividing tribal lands.

Gilded Age

  • Social Darwinism: Belief that only the "fittest" succeed in society.
  • Patronage: Granting government jobs to political supporters.
  • Civil Service: System of hiring government employees based on merit, not political connections.
  • Gospel of Wealth: Philosophy stating the wealthy have a responsibility to improve society.
  • Social Gospel: Applying Christian principles to social problems.
  • Populist Movement: Political movement advocating for the interests of ordinary people.

Imperialism

  • Yellow Journalism: Sensationalized news to influence public opinion and attract readers.
  • Spanish-American War: US conflict with Spain in 1898 resulting in territorial gains.
  • Anti-Imperialists: Opponents of American expansion.
  • Big Stick Policy: Theodore Roosevelt's foreign policy emphasizing diplomacy backed by military strength.

Progressivism

  • Political Parties: Organized groups with shared political goals.
  • Governmental Reforms: Improvements aimed at enhancing government efficiency and fairness.
  • Business Reforms: Regulations designed to improve fair business practices.
  • Consumer Protections: Laws safeguarding consumer rights.
  • Environmental Protections: Efforts to conserve natural resources and decrease pollution.

World War I

  • American Entry: Reasons behind the US involvement in World War I.
  • Home Front Mobilization: Supporting the war effort from home.
  • Civil Liberties: Individual rights protected by law.
  • Wilson’s Fourteen Points: President Woodrow Wilson’s plan for peace and international cooperation.

The Roaring Twenties

  • Nativism: Favoring native-born citizens over immigrants.
  • Prohibition: Legal ban on alcohol (1920-1933).
  • Consumerism: Promotion of consumer interest and spending.
  • Harlem Renaissance: Cultural and artistic movement celebrating African American culture.

Depression & New Deal

  • Great Depression: Severe worldwide economic downturn (1930s).
  • Hoover's Responses: Hoover's attempts to combat the Great Depression.
  • New Deal: Roosevelt's programs/policies to address the Great Depression.
  • Impact of Depression & New Deal: Effects of the Depression and New Deal on American society and economy.

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Test your knowledge on key concepts related to industrialization and immigration in the 19th century. This quiz covers important terms like laissez-faire, labor unions, and assimilation, as well as the social dynamics of the era. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand these pivotal historical themes.

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