Industrial Revolution and 20th Century Events Flashcard

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What was the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

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A landmark legislation that ended segregation in public places and banned employment discrimination in the United States.

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How did urbanization during the Industrial Revolution change living and working conditions?

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People moved to cities for factory jobs, reducing the need for farm workers.

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What is the median household income in the USA?

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$80,000.

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What event led the United States to enter World War II on December 7, 1941?

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Japan bombed Pearl Harbor.

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What was a positive impact of the Industrial Revolution?

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Products could be made faster and more cheaply.

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Define urbanization.

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The process by which an increasing percentage of a population lives in cities.

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What is the significance of the Voting Rights Act?

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It aimed to eliminate barriers to voting for African Americans.

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What were the main causes of the Industrial Revolution?

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Technological advancements, agricultural changes, and increased trade.

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What is the Great Society?

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A set of domestic programs launched by President Lyndon B. Johnson aimed at eliminating poverty and racial injustice.

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What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on child labor?

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It led to increased child labor as families needed additional income.