How did the actions of Progressive reformers reflect the goal in the excerpt above?

They participate in the democratic process to make change

A chief characteristic of the Gilded Age includes —

growth of big business and westward expansion.

Which of the following best reflects the ideas promoted by Andrew Carnegie?

The wealthy should engage in philanthropy

These policies were carried out against the American Indian tribes in order to —

make land available for settlers from the United States.

How did industrialization bring about groups like the Knights of Labor and the AFL?

Industrialization created low wage for workers

The change depicted in the above maps was largely a result of —

signing into law the Homestead Act.

According to de Tocqueville, American society was unique because —

an aristocracy was replaced by equality

From 1870 to 1900, gov't contributed to the growth of corporations mainly by —

allowing them to develop with few restrictions.

What physical geography of the Great Plains have on settlement patterns in the area?

Farmers were drawn to fertile soil

Protestant leaders of the Social Gospel movement supported the idea that —

Christians had a duty to help the poor.

As a result of the listed Progressive Era reforms —

citizens became more involved in the election process.

How did industrialization in the US change the lives of women/ children in the 19th century?

Women/ children became wage earners in their families.

Civil Service reforms during the Gilded Age were a response to —

growth of political machines & corruption- “spoils system."

How did the creation of the Progressive Party affect the 1912 presidential election results?

Democratic Party win by splitting the Republican Party votes

Which includes all of the institutions that have defined duties in the U.S. Constitution?

President, Supreme Court, and Congress

How did the 17th Amen to the Constitution give more political power to the individual voter?

Established direct election of Senators by popular vote.

One way political machines gained power during the Gilded Age was by —

providing services to immigrants and the poor

The writings of W.E.B. DuBois promoted the idea that —

African Americans deserved racial equality immediately.

List the Progressive Era presidents is in the correct chronological.

Teddy Roosevelt Howard Taft Woodrow Wilson

Which accounts for the change in rural and urban populations illustrated in the chart?

Industry & immigration contributed to a growth of cities

The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 created a central banking system in the US responsible for —

regulating of monetary policy in the United States.

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1
The issue of unemployment & declining wages on the west coast led to which law?
Homestead Act
Dawes Act
Chinese Exclusion Act
Pendleton Act of 1883
2
How did the actions of Progressive reformers reflect the goal in the excerpt above?
They participate in the democratic process to make change
They inspired others to support them by using the free press
They consisted of various racial and ethnic groups.
They supported causes that exemplified the will of majority.
3
A chief characteristic of the Gilded Age includes —
growth of big business and westward expansion.
expansion of rights for women and minorities.
an artistic revival in literature and art.
reform efforts to address the effects of urbanization.
4
Which of the following best reflects the ideas promoted by Andrew Carnegie?
Wealthy should save their money for future generations.
Safety standards should be addressed by a business
Following the model of leaders is an duty of men with wealth
The wealthy should engage in philanthropy
5
These policies were carried out against the American Indian tribes in order to —
protect the lifestyle of members of American Indian tribes.
secure the boundaries of the United States.
enforce treaties with American Indian tribes.
make land available for settlers from the United States.
6
How did industrialization bring about groups like the Knights of Labor and the AFL?
Industrialization created low wage for workers
Industrialization resulted in huge fortunes for capitalists
Industrialization reduced workers- were replaced by machines
Industrialization led to urbanization & bad living condition
7
The change depicted in the above maps was largely a result of —
federal government regulations on the railroad industry
the completion of the Erie Canal.
the imposition of immigration restrictions.
signing into law the Homestead Act.
8
According to de Tocqueville, American society was unique because —
emigrants promoted ideas of virtue.
an aristocracy was replaced by equality
traditions passed from one generation to another.
Americans were more intellectual than Europeans.
9
From 1870 to 1900, gov't contributed to the growth of corporations mainly by —
giving them direct aid when they went bankrupt.
buying large amounts of corporate stock.
providing low-cost housing for their workers.
allowing them to develop with few restrictions.
10
What physical geography of the Great Plains have on settlement patterns in the area?
Farmers were drawn to fertile soil
Mountains forced Indian tribes to settle in the region.
Cattle ranchers came hoping to push the bison off the land.
The area attracted those seeking to get rich finding gold.
11
Protestant leaders of the Social Gospel movement supported the idea that —
Christians had a duty to help the poor.
poor social conditions were a sign of God’s will.
Catholic political bosses were not helping the poor
the poor needed to convert to Christianity
12
As a result of the listed Progressive Era reforms —
big business came under additional government regulation.
political bosses gained greater control over local elections
corporate leaders began campaigning for elected office.
citizens became more involved in the election process.
13
How did industrialization in the US change the lives of women/ children in the 19th century?
Women and children were more educated
Women/ children became wage earners in their families.
Women and children rose as leaders in organize labor.
Women & children gained higher social status
14
Civil Service reforms during the Gilded Age were a response to —
protests from Congressional leaders to regulate state govt.
labor leaders that hiring practices needed to change.
the problems brought by industrialization and urbanization
growth of political machines & corruption- “spoils system."
15
How did the creation of the Progressive Party affect the 1912 presidential election results?
Progressive Party won the popular vote but not the election.
Forced the Dem Party to adopt issues that Prog Party support
Democratic Party win by splitting the Republican Party votes
Progressive Party candidate could win in a national election
16
Which includes all of the institutions that have defined duties in the U.S. Constitution?
Senate and Department of Education
President, Supreme Court, and Congress
Executive Branch, including the President and Cabinet
State Department and Department of Defense
17
How did the 17th Amen to the Constitution give more political power to the individual voter?
Freed citizens to vote without paying a poll tax.
number of senators per state to be determined by population.
Established direct election of Senators by popular vote.
Citizens can vote regardless of race, creed, or ethnicity.
18
The cartoonist would most likely support federal government attempts to —
stop industrial pollution.
limit regulation of business.
pass antitrust legislation.
establish high tariffs.
19
One way political machines gained power during the Gilded Age was by —
providing services to immigrants and the poor
receiving financial support from big business.
operating without most of the public’s knowledge
obtaining authority by state legislative policies
20
The writings of W.E.B. DuBois promoted the idea that —
African Americans should seek to gradually gain civil rights
African Americans deserved racial equality immediately.
African Americans must leave the country to obtain rights.
African Americans needed to organize as a political party.
21
Which innovation caused an increase in factory production in the US during the 20th Century?
Electricity
Telegraph systems
Railroads
Steam power
22
Which social movement was most affected by World War I?
Providing aid to the unemployed
Adopting women's suffrage
Repealing Prohibition
Ending restrictions on immigration
23
List the Progressive Era presidents is in the correct chronological.
Howard Taft Woodrow Wilson Teddy Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson Howard Taft Teddy Roosevelt
Teddy Roosevelt Howard Taft Woodrow Wilson
Woodrow Wilson Teddy Roosevelt Howard Taft
24
Which accounts for the change in rural and urban populations illustrated in the chart?
RR construction created jobs led to growth in rural areas.
Industry & immigration contributed to a growth of cities
City lifestyles attracted younger generations to cities.
Passage of the Homestead Act drew Americans to rural areas.
25
The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 created a central banking system in the US responsible for —
collecting of federal income taxes
managing of interstate commerce.
regulating of monetary policy in the United States.
enforcing of the Sherman Anti-trust legislation.
26
Which group during the Gilded Age likely would have supported the policies listed in the box?
Labor union leaders
Robber Barons
Captains of Industry
Populist farmers

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