Native American Conflicts and Gilded Age Economics

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What was the primary consequence of the Reservation System for Native American tribes?

Increased local autonomy and cultural preservation

Strengthening of tribal unity

Confinement to specific areas of land (correct)

Promotion of economic independence

Which battle is known for being a significant victory for the Sioux and Cheyenne forces?

Homestead Strike

Battle of the Little Bighorn (correct)

Battle of Wounded Knee

Sand Creek Massacre

What was the aim of the Dawes Severalty Act of 1887?

To assimilate Native Americans into American society (correct)

To protect Native American land from white settlements

To establish military reserves for Native tribes

To promote tribal unity among Native Americans

What event marked the end of large-scale Native American resistance in the West?

Battle of Wounded Knee Signup and view all the answers

Which political party emerged from farmers' economic frustrations during the late 19th century?

Populist Party (People's Party) Signup and view all the answers

Who was known for their statement to farmers to 'raise less corn and more hell'?

Mary Ellen Lease Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following laws was used to disenfranchise African Americans in the South?

Grandfather Clause Signup and view all the answers

What was the main focus of the Homestead Strike in 1892?

Tensions between labor and management Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment declared that the U.S. would not annex Cuba after the Spanish-American War?

Teller Amendment Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the McKinley Tariff enacted in 1890?

To protect U.S. industries by raising duties on foreign goods Signup and view all the answers

Which event sparked the Spanish-American War with the rallying cry, 'Remember the Maine!'?

The explosion of a U.S. battleship in Havana Harbor Signup and view all the answers

What did the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine state?

The U.S. could intervene in Latin America to maintain stability Signup and view all the answers

Which agreement allowed U.S. intervention in Cuban affairs and granted control over Guantanamo Bay?

Platt Amendment Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War?

Theodore Roosevelt Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the Anti-Imperialist League?

To oppose annexation of the Philippines on democratic principles Signup and view all the answers

What was the main effect of the Gentlemen’s Agreement of 1907?

It limited Japanese immigration to the U.S. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Reservation System and Native American Conflicts

Reservation system confined Native American tribes to specific, often undesirable land areas.
This resulted in severe loss of Native autonomy and cultural disruption.
Sand Creek Massacre (1864): US militia attacked a peaceful Cheyenne and Arapaho village, killing many.
Battle of the Little Bighorn (1876): Sioux and Cheyenne forces led by Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse defeated General Custer's troops.
Dawes Severalty Act (1887): Sought assimilation through dividing tribal lands into individual plots.
This often undermined tribal unity, sold remaining land, and forced relocation.
Battle of Wounded Knee (1890): US soldiers massacred Lakota Sioux, marking the end of large-scale resistance.

Economic and Political Tensions of the Gilded Age

Populist Party (People's Party) emerged as farmers and ranchers protested economic hardship.
They advocated for free silver, income tax, direct election of senators, and government ownership of railroads.
Homestead Strike (1892): Violent labor strike at Carnegie Steel highlighting tension between labor and management.
Grandfather Clause: Laws in the South disenfranchising African Americans by barring voting to those whose ancestors couldn't vote before 1860.
Pullman Strike (1894): Nationwide railroad strike led by Eugene V. Debs due to wage cuts, suppressed by federal troops.
Gold Standard Act (1900): Established gold as the sole standard for US currency, prioritizing bankers and businesses.

Key Figures and Events of the Gilded Age/Progressive Era

Mary Ellen Lease: Populist orator who urged farmers to fight for change.
Frederick Jackson Turner: Historian who promoted the Frontier Thesis.
Eugene V. Debs: Labor leader and Socialist Party candidate.
Grover Cleveland: 22nd and 24th President, opposed high tariffs and used federal troops in the Pullman strike.
William McKinley: Republican president, supported gold standard and high tariffs.
Theodore Roosevelt: 26th President, leader of the Rough Riders, "Big Stick" diplomat and conservationist.
William H. Taft: First civilian governor of the Philippines who implemented reforms and later became president.

Imperialism & American Expansionism

McKinley Tariff (1890): High tariffs protected U.S. industries but angered farmers.
USS Maine explosion (1898) in Havana Harbor triggered the Spanish-American War.
Teller Amendment (1898): Stated that US would not annex Cuba.
Rough Riders: Theodore Roosevelt led volunteer cavalry unit; notable for San Juan Hill charge.
Anti-Imperialist League: Opposed US annexation of the Philippines citing violations of democratic ideals.
Platt Amendment (1901): Granted US control over Cuban affairs including Guantanamo Bay.
Open Door Note (1899-1900): Proposed equal trade opportunities in China for all nations.
Boxer Rebellion (1900): Anti-foreign uprising in China suppressed by international force.
Hay-Pauncefote Treaty (1901): Allowed US to build and control Panama Canal.
Roosevelt Corollary (1904): Extended the Monroe Doctrine permitting U.S. intervention in Latin America.
Gentlemen's Agreement (1907): Informal agreement between US and Japan regarding Japanese immigration.
Root-Takahira Agreement (1908): Agreement between US and Japan respecting territorial holdings.
Josiah Strong: Protestant clergyman who promoted U.S. expansionism via religious and racial superiority.
Liliuokalani: Queen of Hawaii, opposed U.S. annexation.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

Explore the impact of the reservation system on Native American tribes and the resultant conflicts such as the Sand Creek Massacre and Battle of Little Bighorn. Additionally, understand the emergence of the Populist Party during the Gilded Age as farmers and ranchers protested against economic hardships and forced changes. This quiz addresses critical historical events and movements in American history.