Gilded Age Study Guide

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What was required of the homesteaders?

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They had to be at least 21 years old, the head of the household, agree to live on the land for 5 years, and agree to make improvements to the land.

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What industry was Cornelius Vanderbilt associated with?

Back

Railroads

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What was Henry T. Ford's contribution to industry?

Back

He reduced the cost of producing cars.

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What was John D. Rockefeller's contribution to industry?

Back

He made it possible to light lanterns.

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Why were labor unions formed?

Back

To demand higher pay

Front

What did the homesteaders have to agree to do for 5 years?

Back

Live on the land and make improvements

Front

Who was associated with the oil-refining business?

Back

John D. Rockefeller

Front

What did workers demand that led to the formation of labor unions? Better housing, More vacation time, Lower taxes

Back

Higher pay

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What was the main attraction for people to settle in the Great Plains?

Back

Cheap land

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What age did homesteaders have to be to qualify for land?

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At least 21 years old