U.S. History 1890s Quiz
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What was one effect of the Panic of 1893 on employment rates?

  • Job opportunities increased significantly.
  • Many lost their jobs resulting in high unemployment. (correct)
  • Only temporary jobs were lost.
  • Employment rates remained unchanged.

What triggered the Pullman Company Strike in 1894?

  • Working conditions improved for employees.
  • The company provided free housing.
  • Wages were cut by 25% while living costs remained high. (correct)
  • Workers demanded longer hours.

What happens during a foreclosure?

  • A bank relinquishes ownership of a property to the borrower.
  • A borrower defaults on a loan and the bank takes possession of the property. (correct)
  • A person receives financial assistance from the bank.
  • A borrower successfully pays off their mortgage.

What was a significant consequence of the low supply of gold in the U.S. treasury during the Panic of 1893?

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How were clothes typically made before the Civil War?

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How many strikes were called in 1894?

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What innovative approach did Montgomery Ward introduce to retail?

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What was significant about the Sears Roebuck catalog?

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Who is credited with inventing the Kodak camera?

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Before the Civil War, what was the typical source of clothing for average families?

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Which standard did William Jennings Bryan advocate for during his political career?

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How did William Jennings Bryan's campaigning style differ from that of William McKinley in the 1896 election?

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Which of the following groups did not support a silver standard, according to the provided information?

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What was the primary message of William Jennings Bryan's 'Cross of Gold' speech?

<p>The gold standard is unfair to farmers and working people. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which groups were commonly blamed for social and economic problems in the late 1800s?

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Panic of 1893

A serious financial depression in the US from 1893 to 1897, characterized by low gold reserves, decreased stock values, and high unemployment.

Unemployment

The number of people who are able to work but can't find a job.

Foreclosure

When a person can't pay a loan, and the lender (like a bank) takes the property.

Pullman Strike

Workers at the Pullman Company striking in 1894 over pay cuts, housing costs, and other demands.

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Gold Discovery

Valuable gold deposits found in Canada and Alaska in 1894 and 1895

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Pre-Civil War Clothes

Before the Civil War, most clothes were sewn at home by mothers or made by tailors for wealthy families.

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Montgomery Ward's Innovation

Montgomery Ward revolutionized retail by selling goods through mail-order catalogs, allowing customers to browse and order items from home.

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Sears Roebuck Catalog

The Sears Roebuck catalog was a large mail-order catalog that offered customers a wide range of products they could order and have delivered to their homes.

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Who invented the Kodak camera?

George Eastman invented the Kodak camera, making photography more accessible to the general public.

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Kodak Camera Impact

The Kodak camera made photography more accessible, allowing people to capture memories and share experiences with others.

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Who supported the gold standard?

Industrialists and industrial workers favored the gold standard because it benefited their businesses and provided a stable currency.

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Who was William Jennings Bryan?

A lawyer and politician who strongly advocated for the silver standard, believing it would benefit farmers and working people.

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What did William Jennings Bryan argue?

He argued against the gold standard, claiming it was unfair to farmers and working people by making it more difficult for them to repay debts and access credit.

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How did the campaigns of Bryan and McKinley differ?

Bryan travelled extensively, giving speeches and organizing rallies. McKinley, considered more traditional, remained at home and received journalists for interviews.

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Who were blamed for problems in the late 1800s?

Various groups including the rich, immigrants, religious minorities, and industrialists were often blamed for economic and social issues.

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