2. Gilded Age Part 2. Lesson. SS. U.S. History

Multiple Choice

Which of the following laws was passed by the U.S. government to break up monopolies that impeded competition?

• Interstate Commerce Act

• Sherman Antitrust Act

• Homestead Act

• Federal Reserve Act

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the working conditions for employees during the late 1800s, as shown in the image?

• Employees worked short shifts with high pay and many benefits.

• Employees worked twelve-hour shifts, six days a week, with low pay and no vacation or sick days.

• Employees had flexible hours and employers prioritized their safety.

• Employees worked from home and had access to modern technology.

Open Ended

How did child labor impact families and the overall workforce during the late 1800s?

Multiple Select

Which of the following were strategies used by labor unions to make their voices heard?

• Strikes

• Boycotts

• Slowdowns

• Negotiations

Fill in the Blanks

The Pullman Strike of 1894 was caused by wage cuts and unfair labor practices, which severely disrupted

traffic in the Midwest.

Multiple Choice

What were two major causes of urbanization in the United States during the late 1800s and early 1900s?

• Industrialization and immigration

• Agriculture and rural expansion

• Decreased job opportunities and emigration

• Decline of cities and rise of suburbs

Open Ended

Describe some of the challenges that rapidly growing cities faced as a result of urbanization, and how these challenges affected city residents.

Multiple Choice

How did government corruption during the Gilded Age affect the creation of laws?

• It led to laws that favored wealthy businessmen over everyday workers.

• It resulted in laws that benefited only the poor.

• It eliminated all forms of bribery in politics.

• It made the government more democratic.

Open Ended

How did the U.S. government respond to the growth of monopolies, and what impact did this have on businesses and consumers?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a monopoly during the Gilded Age?

• A company that shares control of an industry with several others

• A company that has total control over an industry, eliminating competition

• A government-owned business that regulates prices

• A small business that is frequently taken over by larger corporations