Mid-Term Review

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Why were the republicans divided during reconstruction?

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The Republicans were divided due to differing views on Reconstruction policies and civil rights for freed slaves.

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What was the impact of the 13th amendment on African Americans?

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The 13th Amendment made involuntary servitude illegal.

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What were the motives for U.S acquisition of territories?

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Economic expansion, military strategy, Manifest Destiny, and resource acquisition.

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All of the following are causes of the civil war except: Economic differences unrelated to slavery, Disputes over states' rights, Slavery, Westward Expansion, Sectionalism

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Economic differences unrelated to slavery

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Which were economic challenges American farmers faced in the late 1800s? Options: High crop prices, Falling crop prices, high railroad rates, increasing debt., Rising crop prices, Low demand for crops

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Falling crop prices, high railroad rates, increasing debt.

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How did farmers in the late 1800s respond to economic challenges?

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Farmers organized into groups (Grange movement & Granger Laws) to advocate for political reforms and collective bargaining.

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What does a comparison of the first and second industrial revolution show?

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The first industrial revolution focused on mechanization and steam power, while the second emphasized mass production and electricity.

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How did the development of steel, oil, transportation and communication affect the United States economy?

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The development of steel, oil, transportation, and communication significantly boosted industrial growth, productivity, market expansion, and business efficiency in the United States economy.

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What was the Social Gospel Movement?

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A religious movement that applied Christian ethics to social issues, focusing on social justice and reform.

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What were the causes of the Labor Movement?

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Poor working conditions, low wages, long hours, and the rise of industrialization.