Gilded Age part two vocab review

What is the American Federation of Labor?

• A labor union founded in the late 19th century

• A political party

• A government agency

• A social club

What does the term "Americanization" refer to?

• The process of adopting American culture

• The process of leaving America

• The process of learning a new language

• The process of industrialization

What was the Chinese Exclusion Act?

• A law that restricted Chinese immigration

• A trade agreement with China

• A cultural exchange program

• A military alliance

What is cholera?

• A bacterial disease causing severe diarrhea

• A type of plant

• A form of government

• A style of music

What is collective bargaining?

• Negotiation between employers and a group of employees

• A type of auction

• A form of taxation

• A method of voting

What is a company town?

• A town where a single company owns all the property

• A town with multiple industries

• A town with no businesses

• A town governed by a corporation

What was the Haymarket Riot?

• A labor protest in Chicago that turned violent

• A peaceful protest for women's rights

• A celebration of agricultural success

• A political rally for a presidential candidate

What was the Homestead Strike?

• An industrial lockout and strike in Pennsylvania

• A peaceful protest for civil rights

• A military conflict

• A political campaign

Who were the Knights of Labor?

• A labor organization in the 19th century

• A medieval military order

• A group of political activists

• A religious sect

What does "nativism" mean?

• Favoring native inhabitants over immigrants

• Promoting international travel

• Encouraging cultural diversity

• Supporting global trade