Gilded Age Quiz

Which industry experienced significant growth during the Gilded Age?

• C. Textiles

• B. Steel

• A. Agriculture

• D. Fishing

What was a major challenge faced by the working class during the Gilded Age?

• D. Short working hours

• C. Generous benefits

• A. High wages

• B. Harsh working conditions

Who exemplified political corruption in New York City during the Gilded Age?

• A. Thomas Edison

• C. Boss Tweed

• D. Andrew Carnegie

• B. John D. Rockefeller

Which technological advancement transformed urban living during the Gilded Age?

• D. Radio

• B. Electric Light

• C. Automobile

• A. Telephone

What new form of entertainment emerged during the Gilded Age?

• A. Opera

• B. Ballet

• C. Vaudeville

• D. Symphony

Which definition best represents veritcal integration?

• Expanding a company's product line
• Merging two competing companies into one
• Outsourcing production to multiple companies
• Purchasing companies at all levels of production

Which definition best represents horizontal integration?

• Purchasing other companies in the same industry

• Expanding into international markets
• Selling off a portion of the company
• Diversifying into different industries