Industrialization Era #1

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Which of the following best characterizes the "Gilded Age"? Options: The discovery of goldfields in the West led to an increase in the amount of money issued for circulation., Industrialists used their connections with corrupt government officials for material gains and political power., In the Deep South a sharp increase in immigration brought a boom in construction and industry., Small, family-owned farms were bought and consolidated to form large agricultural corporations.

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Industrialists used their connections with corrupt government officials for material gains and political power.

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During the "Gilded Age" there was a notable increase in federal support for -

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the growth of big business

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The Knights of Labor and the American Federation of Labor developed in response to the -

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increased need to protect workers interests

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Which of the following occurred between 1865 and 1900 as a result of the rapid industrialization of the United States? Options: Social and economic class divisions began to disappear. Concerns about air pollution led to stricter environmental regulations. Union membership increased as workers sought better pay and conditions. Factory owners introduced wage-equity policies for women in the workplace.

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Union membership increased as workers sought better pay and conditions