Industrialization and Social Movements Quiz

A period in American history characterized by rapid industrial growth, marked by innovations, economic expansion, and social changes.

A set of beliefs that emphasizes limited government interference in the economy.

Businesses that have exclusive control over a particular product or service, often leading to unfair prices.

Powerful business leaders of the Industrial Era who amassed vast fortunes, some viewed as ruthless and exploitative.

Powerful business leaders who, while amassing wealth, also contributed to national progress and philanthropy.

A movement of workers seeking better working conditions, fair wages, and collective bargaining rights.

Organizations of workers advocating for their rights and interests.

The rapid growth of cities during the late 19th century, leading to overcrowding and social challenges.

Run-down and overcrowded housing units often inhabited by poor immigrants.

The movement of people from one country to another, often in search of better opportunities.

Factors pushing people to leave their home country, like poverty or political persecution.

Factors attracting people to a new country, like economic opportunities or religious freedom.

The process of immigrants adopting the culture and customs of their new country.

Nativist sentiments favoring native-born Americans over immigrants, leading to discrimination and exclusion.

System of racial segregation enforced in the South after Reconstruction, exemplified by the Plessy v. Ferguson Supreme Court ruling.

A Supreme Court decision (1896) upholding racial segregation in the South.

A period of rapid economic growth and lavish lifestyles, but also growing social inequalities and injustices.

A theory applying Darwinian principles to society, suggesting that the fittest individuals or groups succeed economically.

A system of awarding government jobs based on political connections rather than merit.

A system of selecting and promoting government employees based on their skills and qualifications.

The idea that wealthy industrialists had a moral duty to use their fortunes for social good and philanthropy.

A religious movement advocating for social justice and helping the poor and marginalized.

A political movement that emerged in the late 19th century, representing farmers and workers advocating for economic reforms.

The policy of extending a nation's power and influence through acquiring colonies and territories.

Sensationalized news reporting often used to manipulate public opinion and support for expansion.

A brief war between the U.S. and Spain in 1898, leading to the acquisition of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines.

Opposition to American imperialism, arguing for self-determination and non-intervention in foreign affairs.

A canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, built by the U.S. and crucial for trade and military power.

Theodore Roosevelt's foreign policy approach, using military force to achieve U.S. goals in Latin America.

A period of social and political reform in the early 20th century, aiming to address problems of industrialization and urbanization.

A movement aimed at improving the fairness and efficiency of government through reforms.

Changes to protect consumer rights and improve working conditions.

The shift toward a mass production and consumer culture in the 1920s, leading to new industries and social changes.

The migration of African Americans from the South to northern cities in the 1920s, seeking better opportunities and escaping racism.

A period of African American artistic, cultural, and intellectual flourishing centered in Harlem, New York.

The period after the Civil War when the Southern states were readmitted to the Union, with new laws and amendments to protect the rights of former slaves. However, it was a time of tension and conflict as racial discrimination persisted.

Policies and practices of racial segregation enforced in the South after Reconstruction. This system was ruled legal by the Supreme Court in Plessy v. Ferguson.

A system where the government allows businesses to operate with little interference, leading to rapid industrial growth, but also allowing powerful monopolies to control markets.

A group of workers organized to protect their rights and negotiate better working conditions with employers.

The movement of African Americans from the South to northern cities in the 1920s, seeking better opportunities and escaping racism.

The period of rapid economic growth and social change in the late 19th century, marked by industrialization, urbanization, and the rise of monopolies.

The belief that the wealthy have a moral obligation to use their fortunes to help society.