Gilded Age Review

Front

Political Machines took advantage of what major groups?

Back

The Immigrants and the Poor

Front

Civil Service Reform was a response to what?

Back

Political Machines and the Spoils System

Front

Changing their names, cutting their hair, forcing them to adopt Christianity, requiring them to learn English, etc. These are all examples of what pushed on many Immigrants, but especially the Indians (Native Americans)?

Back

Assimilation

Front

Americans who grew angry and resentful at the increased Immigrant migration into the country, especially those from Southern and Eastern Europe

Back

Nativists

Front

Overcrowding and pollution were caused primarily by what?

Back

Urbanization

Front

What term is used to describe the basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society, such as roads, bridges, and schools?

Back

Infrastructure

Front

What period in history is known for its significant growth in industry and urbanization, as well as a surge in immigration?

Back

The Gilded Age

Front

During the Gilded Age, the expansion of ___________________ led to corruption in government, but also improvements in basic services and urban infrastructure.

Back

Political Machines

Front

Which development was crucial for the expansion of trade and travel across the United States during the 19th century?

Back

Transcontinental Railroad

Front

What is another name for a Big Business that controls an entire market?

Back

Monopoly