1302 Unit 1 Chp 2

What was one of the significant changes in the American workforce during the period from 1860-1890?

• The majority of Americans worked in factories.

• The number of patents issued by the U.S. Patent office declined.

• New inventions led to a growth in industrial growth around the country.

• The development of commercial electricity decreased the number of industries.

By the end of the 19th century, how did the development of commercial electricity impact factories?

• It reduced the number of factories.

• It allowed more industries to concentrate in cities.

• It decreased the workforce in factories.

• It led to the closure of long-established textile factories.

What demographic shift occurred in the United States from 1880 to 1920?

• The rural population quadrupled.

• The number of industrial workers remained the same.

• The urban population doubled.

• The number of industrial workers decreased.

What was the employment trend in textile factories by the end of the 19th century?

• They were mostly staffed by men.

• They saw a decrease in female employees.

• They were dominated by female employees.

• They were completely automated and did not need employees.

When did the U.S. Patent office first open?

• 1790

• 1860

• 1880

• 1890

Who is credited with inventing the telephone in 1876?

• Thomas Edison

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Westinghouse & Tesla

• Samuel Fay

What did Westinghouse & Tesla invent in 1886 that was significant for the electrical industry?

• Telephone

• High-voltage alternating current

• Paperclip

• Typewriter

Which invention is associated with Ruth Graves Wakefield in 1930?

• Coca-Cola

• Chocolate Chip Cookie

• Light bulb

• Standard Oil

What was the main contribution of the first transcontinental railroad to American industry?

• It provided a new form of entertainment.

• It led to the decline of the iron industry.

• It stimulated growth in the iron, wood, coal, and other related industries.

• It decreased the exploitation of workers.

What was the role of railroads in the development of other industries in the country?

• Railroads limited the growth of other industries by monopolizing transportation.

• Railroads played a minor role and had little impact on other industries.

• Railroads accelerated the development of virtually every other industry by providing consistent transportation.

• Railroads were developed as a result of the growth of other industries.