Gilded Age Political and Economic Concepts

The video tutorial provides an overview of an essay assignment on the impact of big business in the post-Civil War United States, focusing on the period between 1870 and 1900. It covers the economic and political influence of corporations during the Gilded Age, the responses of Americans, including the rise of labor unions and the populist movement, and the government's attempts to regulate business. The tutorial also offers guidance on structuring the essay, emphasizing the importance of a strong introduction, clear sections, and a thoughtful conclusion.

What is the primary focus of the essay topic discussed in the introduction?

• The influence of European businesses on American politics

• The role of small businesses in the economy

• The rise of big business in the post-Civil War United States

• The impact of big business on the environment

Which term describes business leaders who were seen as both innovative and exploitative during the Gilded Age?

• Industrialists

• Philanthropists

• Captains of Industry and Robber Barons

• Entrepreneurs

What was the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

• To promote small businesses

• To regulate interstate commerce

• To break up monopolies

• To support labor unions

Who was Boss Tweed, as mentioned in the section on politics?

• A business tycoon

• A labor union leader

• A corrupt political boss in New York City

• A Supreme Court justice

What was the main goal of the labor unions during the Gilded Age?

• To support big businesses

• To increase tariffs

• To improve working conditions and wages

• To promote agricultural development

Which strike involved the Socialist Eugene V. Debs and was a response to wage cuts?

• The Haymarket Riot

• The Homestead Strike

• The Pullman Strike

• The Great Railroad Strike

What was a key platform of the Populist Party?

• Increasing tariffs on imports

• Reducing government spending

• Adding silver to the currency

• Supporting the gold standard

What does the term 'American exceptionalism' refer to in the conclusion?

• The environmental policies of the United States

• The political system of the United States

• The economic dominance of the United States

• The unique cultural diversity of the United States

What ongoing debate is highlighted in the conclusion regarding the Gilded Age?

• The divide between the rich and the poor

• The influence of European culture

• The impact of climate change

• The role of technology in society

Which of the following best describes the Gilded Age's impact on modern America?

• It led to the decline of American industry

• It resulted in the isolation of the United States from global affairs

• It established the United States as a leading economic power

• It caused the collapse of the American political system