APUSH Period 6 (1865–1898) Practice Flashcard

Front

What was the main goal of the Dawes Act (1887)?

Back

Break up tribal land and assimilate Native Americans

Front

Which industry was most responsible for the growth of the U.S. economy during the late 19th century? Options: Agriculture, Steel, Railroads, Oil

Back

Railroads

Front

What best characterizes the Gilded Age?

Back

Economic growth and political corruption

Front

Andrew Carnegie’s “Gospel of Wealth” advocated:

Back

The rich using their wealth to benefit society

Front

Which labor union was open to skilled and unskilled workers, women, and minorities?

Back

Knights of Labor

Front

Which of the following was NOT a cause of the rapid industrialization in the late 19th century? A. Abundant natural resources, B. Growing labor supply, C. Strong labor regulations, D. Government subsidies to railroads

Back

Strong labor regulations

Front

The term “New South” referred to:

Back

The South’s attempt to industrialize

Front

Which event is associated with violence between labor and management in the Gilded Age? Haymarket Riot, Homestead Strike, Pullman Strike, All are Correct

Back

All are Correct

Front

The Populist Party primarily represented: A. Industrial workers, B. Wealthy landowners, C. Urban elites, D. Farmers and laborers

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Farmers and laborers

Front

Which of the following would a supporter of Social Darwinism MOST likely believe? A. Government should regulate the economy, B. Poor people are poor due to their own failings, C. Labor unions are vital for economic balance, D. The government should provide welfare programs

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Poor people are poor due to their own failings