The Gilded Age and the American West Quiz

What was the main focus of the Gilded Age in America?

• Technological advancements and innovation.

• Political reform and social equality.

• Environmental conservation and sustainability.

• Rapid industrialization and economic growth

Who were the Robber Barons and what role did they play during the Gilded Age?

• The Robber Barons were religious leaders who advocated for social justice during the Gilded Age.

• The Robber Barons were wealthy industrialists and businessmen who gained immense wealth and power during the Gilded Age.

• The Robber Barons were political leaders who fought for workers' rights during the Gilded Age.

• The Robber Barons were artists and writers who criticized the excesses of the Gilded Age.

What was the purpose of the Homestead Act?

• To promote industrialization in the western United States.

• To establish Native American reservations in the western United States.

• To discourage settlement and development of the western United States.

• To encourage settlement and development of the western United States.

Which two railroad companies were involved in the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Central Pacific Railroad and Union Pacific Railroad

• Burlington Northern Railroad and Canadian Pacific Railway

• Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway and Norfolk Southern Railway

• Southern Pacific Railroad and Northern Pacific Railroad

What were the Indian Wars and what were their causes?

• The Indian Wars were conflicts between Native American tribes and the United States government, caused by disputes over land, resources, and cultural differences.

• The Indian Wars were conflicts between Native American tribes and Canada, caused by disputes over natural resources and hunting rights.

• The Indian Wars were conflicts between Native American tribes and Mexico, caused by disputes over territory and sovereignty.

• The Indian Wars were conflicts between Native American tribes and European settlers, caused by disputes over trade and economic resources.

What were the major industries that experienced rapid growth during the Gilded Age?

• telecommunications, banking, and construction

• agriculture, textiles, and mining

• railroads, steel, oil, and manufacturing

• automobiles, technology, and healthcare

Name one famous Robber Baron and explain their impact on American society.

• Andrew Carnegie

• Henry Ford

• J.P. Morgan

• John D. Rockefeller

What were the requirements for claiming land under the Homestead Act?

• Being at least 18 years old or the head of a family, being a U.S. citizen or having filed a declaration of intention to become a citizen, and living on and improving the land for a period of three years.

• Being at least 25 years old or the head of a family, being a U.S. citizen or having filed a declaration of intention to become a citizen, and living on and improving the land for a period of ten years.

• Being at least 21 years old or the head of a family, being a U.S. citizen or having filed a declaration of intention to become a citizen, and living on and improving the land for a period of two years.

• Being at least 21 years old or the head of a family, being a U.S. citizen or having filed a declaration of intention to become a citizen, and living on and improving the land for a period of five years.

What were the benefits and challenges of the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Decreased transportation and communication, decreased trade and economic growth, contraction of settlements and industries, low cost of construction, peaceful relations with Native American tribes, and positive environmental impacts.

• No change in transportation and communication, no impact on trade and economic growth, no expansion of settlements and industries, low cost of construction, no conflicts with Native American tribes, and no environmental impacts.

• Limited transportation and communication, decreased trade and economic growth, contraction of settlements and industries, high cost of construction, peaceful relations with Native American tribes, and positive environmental impacts.

• Improved transportation and communication, increased trade and economic growth, expansion of settlements and industries, high cost of construction, conflicts with Native American tribes, and environmental impacts.

How did the Indian Wars impact the Native American tribes?

• The Indian Wars had no impact on Native American tribes.

• The Indian Wars led to increased cooperation and prosperity among Native American tribes.

• The Indian Wars resulted in Native American tribes gaining more land and resources.

• The Indian Wars had a devastating impact on Native American tribes.