SS. Entrepreneurs and Labor Unions

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What was a significant economic change in the United States during the Industrial Revolution?

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The political influence of agriculture dropped while manufacturing gained strength.

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What industry rose due to the creation of factories along rivers and the importance of cotton farming in South Carolina?

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Textile industry.

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Who led the oil industry during the Gilded Age?

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John D. Rockefeller.

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What was the primary purpose of labor unions like the American Federation of Labor?

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To protect the rights of workers.

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Which organization aimed to improve working conditions for all Americans during the Gilded Age?

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American Federation of Labor.

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What economic system is characterized by private ownership and the free market?

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Capitalism.

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What is the term for a group of workers who come together to advocate for their rights?

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Labor union.

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What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on urbanization in the United States?

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It led to increased urbanization as people moved to cities for factory jobs.

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What role did the American Federation of Labor play in the labor movement?

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It organized skilled workers to advocate for better wages and working conditions.

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What was one major consequence of the rise of factories during the Industrial Revolution?

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The rise of child labor and poor working conditions.