Lowman Bellriingers Gilded Age Day 10

Fought for better pay, improved working conditions, and the end of child labor

• Declaration of Independence

• Labor unions

• 1st Amendment

• Roaring 20s

Freedom of religion, assembly, petition, press, speech

• Declaration of Independence

• Labor unions

• 1st Amendment

• Roaring 20s

Economic prosperity for many Americans

• Declaration of Independence

• Labor unions

• 1st Amendment

• Roaring 20s

Belief in consent of the governed; other nations recognized U.S. as a country; inspired others to question their governments

• Declaration of Independence

• Labor unions

• 1st Amendment

• Roaring 20s

Urbanization resulted from -

• people wanting to be a part of city life

• the growth of industrialization and job opportunities in cities

• farmers wanting to own more land and therefore moving farther into the country to own more land

• the federal government mandating factory workers make a minimum wage to support their families

What were the causes and effects of urbanization on U.S. cities at the end of the 19th century?

• The causes of urbanization included industrialization and improved transportation; effects included overcrowding, pollution, and economic growth.
• The main cause of urbanization was the rise of telecommunication; effects included improved rural living conditions and less reliance on cities.
• Urbanization was caused by a decline in immigration; effects included a decrease in city populations and reduced economic activity.
• The causes of urbanization were primarily agricultural advancements; effects included rural depopulation and increased farmland.

Which demographic change in the United States is most associated with this transformation?

• Increased property values in rural areas

• Increased life expectancies in urban areas

• Increased birth rates in rural areas

• Increased migration to urban areas

How did these developments in transportation most affect the standard of living in U.S. cities?

• By increasing the expenses associated with relocation

• By giving residents more flexibility in employment

• By expanding the options for personal education

• By increasing traffic congestion on city streets