Unit 7 Gilded Age Review Flashcardzez

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What impact did railroads have on the United States?

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They facilitated westward expansion and economic growth.

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What is a robber baron?

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A wealthy and powerful businessperson who uses unethical methods.

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What is a monopoly and what effect did they have on smaller businesses and the government?

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A monopoly is a market structure where one company dominates, often leading to the suppression of smaller businesses and increased influence over the government.

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Why was steel so important during this period as opposed to iron?

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Steel was stronger and more durable, making it essential for construction and manufacturing.

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Name the main monopolists and the industry they controlled: Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, J.P. Morgan

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Andrew Carnegie - Steel, John D. Rockefeller - Oil, J.P. Morgan - Banking

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List the major inventions during the late 19th century and their impact on America.

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The telephone and the light bulb; they revolutionized communication, daily life.

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During the Industrial Revolution, where were most immigrants coming from?

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Immigrants were mostly from Southern Europe

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Why did immigration during the Gilded Age increase?

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Because of economic opportunities and industrial jobs in the United States.

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Compare and contrast Ellis Island to Angel Island.

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Ellis Island processed mainly European immigrants, while Angel Island processed mainly Asian immigrants, often with stricter scrutiny.

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What was the purpose of labor unions?

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To advocate for workers' rights and improve working conditions.