Unit 2 Test

Nationalism is the (a)   .

• pride in one's self.

• pride in one's religion.

• pride in one's family.

• pride in one's country.

What were some of the reasons that workers wanted to create labor unions?

• There were not enough jobs for everyone and people were unemployed.

• Workers had short hours, easy jobs, and little health issues.

• The factories were clean, well lit, and offered health care.

• Workers worked long hours with little pay in unsafe conditions.

What was the main goal of the United States in expanding its influence in China?

• To conquer China and make it a colony.

• To support Chinese independence.

• To establish easy access to resources and markets.

• To promote Chinese culture around the world.

During the late 1800s and early 1900s, what was the major focus of American Expansion?

• Creating new colonies in Africa and Asia.

• Protecting American interests and promoting trade.

• Isolating the U.S. from the rest of the world.

• Spreading American culture through military force.

The exclusive possession or control of the supply of or trade in a good or service is called a

• monopoly.

• shareholder.

• distribution.

• market.

After the War with Spain what caused the Filipino-American War?

• The Philippines were not given independence or made a state.

• Spain was still controlling the Philippines.

• The US was forcing the Philippines to export items.

• The Philippines and the US were angry at Spain.

What is the definition of urbanization?

• The growth of neighborhoods.

• The growth of cities.

• The growth of farming communities.

• The growth of small towns.

As the population in cities rapidly grew, what issues occurred? (Select all that apply)

• Water contamination and lack of proper sanitation

• Overcrowding and an increase in crime

• Local stores ran out of food and necessary items

• A high risk of fire

How did the political machines help immigrants?

• They made sure they had enough food but taxed it.

• They gave them things they needed but expected the immigrants to vote for them.

• They built tenements for them but did not care for them.

• They created neighborhoods but the rent was high.

Which inventions began the industrialization of America? Select all that apply.

• The automotive

• The steam engine

• The sewing machine

• The textile mill