Unit 1 Day 1 Review

What is a push factor of westward movement?

• The Transcontinental Railroad

• Poverty in the crowded eastern cities

• Conflict with Native American tribes over land

• Free or cheap land in the west

Which of the following is NOT an impact of the Transcontinental Railroad?

• Improved trade across the nation

• Increased the growth of big business

• Improved relationships with Native Americans

• Expanded the railroad system for the entire nation

In the late 1800’s, the goal of the Federal Government’s policy toward Native Americans was to:

• Destroy tribal bonds and weaken their traditional cultural values

• Grant them full citizenship and rights

• Give their tribal groups authority over their own affairs

• Increase the land owned by western tribes

Which of the following best describes the movement known as the "Exodusters" in the late 19th century United States?

• A group of African American migrants who moved from the South to the North in search of industrial jobs.

• A movement of Southern African Americans who migrated to the West, particularly Kansas, seeking land and freedom from oppressive conditions after Reconstruction.

• A political party formed by former slaves advocating for civil rights and land redistribution in the South.

• A religious movement led by Booker T. Washington promoting self-help and economic advancement for African Americans.

Which statement best describes how Chinese and Hispanic immigrants experienced life in the American West during the late 1800s?

• Both groups faced discrimination and tough immigration laws. Chinese immigrants mainly worked on building railroads, while Hispanic immigrants often worked in farming and mining.

• Chinese immigrants usually had better opportunities because many were educated and skilled. Hispanic immigrants faced more challenges.

• Hispanic immigrants were sometimes accepted more easily because they shared language and culture with European Americans.

• Although both groups faced prejudice and tough jobs, Hispanic immigrants had more legal protections and chances for citizenship because of special agreements between the U.S. government and Hispanic-majority areas.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of the Industrial Revolution in the United States?

• Increase demand for workers.

• Growth in new technology.

• Poor working conditions for laborers.

• High wages for workers.

Which is an accurate description of immigration at the turn of the century?

• Old immigrants were mostly white and protestant while new immigrants were mostly Catholic or Jewish and considered non-white.

• New immigrants from England experienced a lot of discrimination.

• Asian immigrants did not experience discrimination.

• Old immigrants mostly spoke foreign languages and new immigrants mostly spoke English.

Which statement best describes whether the term "Gilded Age" is a good fit for the late 1800s in American history?

• The term fits well because it shows how the era had a shiny surface of wealth and progress, but underneath, there were big social and economic problems.

• "Gilded Age" isn't quite right because it makes it sound like everyone was rich and happy, when really, lots of people were struggling, especially immigrants and minorities.

• It's not the best term because it doesn't talk about all the cool art and culture stuff that happened during that time.

• "Gilded Age" is perfect because it highlights how things looked nice on the outside but were pretty messed up underneath, especially with all the corruption in politics and business.

How did historians generally view the effectiveness of the Populist Movement in the late 19th century United States?

• The Populist Movement achieved significant legislative victories, leading to lasting reforms in agriculture and labor.

• The Populist Movement failed to make significant changes but paved the way for future progressive movements.

• The Populist Movement quickly dissolved due to internal conflicts and lack of widespread support.

• The Populist Movement primarily focused on cultural issues rather than achieving tangible political and economic reforms.

Which statement bests represents the United States’ view on land acquisition (getting land) in

the 1800’s?

• America’s attitude toward completing Manifest Destiny was to get all land they wanted through any means needed

• America was not willing to get into wars or battles attempting to gain land

• America thought that all nations had the right to keep the land they controlled

• America was ready to fight to ensure the Native Americans kept a fair share of the western land