Railroad History Flashcard

Railroad History Flashcard

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English

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who proposed the division of the earth's surface into 24 time zones?

Back

Professor C.F. Dowd proposed the division of the earth's surface into 24 time zones to standardize timekeeping across different regions.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did the Gold Standard back?

Back

The Gold Standard backed dollars with solely gold, meaning that the value of currency was directly linked to a specific amount of gold.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who were the Exodusters?

Back

The Exodusters were African Americans who moved from the post-Reconstruction South to Kansas in search of better opportunities and to escape racial discrimination.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Populism?

Back

Populism is a political movement that seeks to represent the interests of ordinary people, often against the elite or established institutions.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What action did the Pullman Company take during the Panic of 1893 that led to the strike?

Back

During the Panic of 1893, the Pullman Company laid off more than half of its workers and cut wages, which led to widespread strikes.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the significance of the Transcontinental Railroad?

Back

The Transcontinental Railroad connected the eastern U.S. rail network with the Pacific coast, facilitating trade, travel, and the movement of people.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role did George Pullman play in railroad history?

Back

George Pullman was the founder of the Pullman Company, known for manufacturing railroad cars and creating the Pullman sleeping car.

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