2024 USH - Unit 3 Retake Assessment

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What was the primary goal of the American Federation of Labor (AFL) when it was founded in 1886?

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Organizing skilled workers to negotiate for better wages, hours, and working conditions.

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How did the concept of Manifest Destiny influence the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad?

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It inspired the federal government to support the railroad as a means to connect the eastern and western United States, facilitating settlement and trade.

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How did Thomas Edison’s invention of the light bulb impact society in the late 19th century?

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It provided a reliable and longer-lasting source of artificial light, leading to extended work hours and increased productivity.

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How did Angel Island differ from Ellis Island in terms of immigration processing in the early 20th century?

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Angel Island was the main processing center for Asian immigrants, particularly Chinese, while Ellis Island handled European immigrants.

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Who were the primary immigrant groups that worked on the railroads in the United States during the 19th century?

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Chinese and Irish immigrants

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What is accurate about the immigrants coming to the U.S. between 1860-1899?

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The immigrants from Southern and eastern Europe tended not to assimilate as well into American society as the immigrants from Northern and western Europe.

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What were some common tactics used by labor unions in the early 20th century to achieve their goals?

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They used boycotts, strikes, and picketing as tools to pressure employers for better wages, working conditions, and benefits.

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What was the significance of John D. Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie in the rise of trusts and monopolies in the late 19th century?

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Rockefeller and Carnegie were instrumental in establishing large, vertically integrated companies that controlled entire industries, effectively creating monopolies.

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How did westward expansion impact the Plains Indians in relation to the fulfillment of Manifest Destiny?

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It led to increased conflict and displacement as Native American lands were taken over by settlers.

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What is a monopoly?

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A business strategy where a single company controls all aspects of production and distribution within an industry.