The Industrial Revolution and American Transformation Quiz

Reform Movement - America's First Great Reform Movement = Horace Mann and Dorothea Dix Emergence of Transcendentalism = Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau Human Cost of Progress = Labor movements and reform efforts Social and educational reform = Advocating for public education, asylums, and improved treatment for the mentally ill

Human Cost of Progress = Spurred labor movements and reform efforts to address the ethical implications of rapid industrialization Reform Movement - America's First Great Reform Movement = Advocating for public education, asylums, and improved treatment for the mentally ill Emergence of Transcendentalism = Emphasized the inherent goodness of people and nature, promoting individualism, self-reliance, and a connection to the divine Progress during the Industrial Revolution = Harsh working conditions, child labor, and inadequate safety regulations leading to injuries and fatalities in factories

Reform Movement - America's First Great Reform Movement = Laid the groundwork for future reform movements Emergence of Transcendentalism = Influenced literature, art, and social thought, challenging established norms and inspiring a reevaluation of societal values Human Cost of Progress = Spurred labor movements and reform efforts to address the ethical implications of rapid industrialization Industrial Revolution progress = Harsh working conditions, child labor, and inadequate safety regulations leading to injuries and fatalities in factories

<p>Urbanization = Transformation from rural to urban living and the growth of cities Wealth Inequality = Unequal distribution of financial resources among the population Nativism = Prejudice and favoritism towards native-born citizens over immigrants Labor Rights = Workers' entitlements and protections in the workplace</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Industrial Elite = Wealthy industrialists and entrepreneurs controlling major industries Middle Class = Professionals, managers, and skilled workers aspiring for social and economic stability Working Class = Factory workers and laborers facing harsh working conditions Immigration Policy = Influenced by the demand for labor and discussions on nativism and labor competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Capitalist System = Economic system promoting private ownership and investment for profit Factory Production = Shift from traditional craftsmanship to mass production in factories Economic Growth = Increase in a nation's production of goods and services over time Wealth Inequality = Unequal distribution of financial resources among the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Industrialists = Influential figures in politics due to their control of major industries Labor Rights = Entitlements and protections for workers in the workplace Worker Conditions = Challenges faced by laborers in factories Role of Government = Debates over the government's involvement in regulating industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Demand for Labor = Led to increased immigration and discussions on nativism and labor competition Nativism = Prejudice and favoritism towards native-born citizens over immigrants Labor Competition = Challenges faced by workers due to the influx of immigrants in the job market Immigration Policy = Influenced by the demand for labor and discussions on nativism and labor competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rise of Consumer-Driven Society = Shift towards mass consumption and marketing-driven economies New Social Hierarchy = Emergence of industrial elite, growing middle class, and working class Challenging Conditions in Factories = Harsh working environments faced by laborers in industrial settings Role of Government = Debates over the government's involvement in regulating industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Industrial Elite = Wealthy industrialists and entrepreneurs controlling major industries Middle Class = Professionals, managers, and skilled workers aspiring for social and economic stability Working Class = Factory workers and laborers facing harsh working conditions Immigration Policy = Influenced by the demand for labor and discussions on nativism and labor competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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