Unit 1 Gilded Age (part 1)

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What were sod houses made of?

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Sod houses were made of layers of grass and soil, which provided insulation and protection from the elements.

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What was a major challenge of living in a sod house?

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When it rained, sod houses would let water in and it would create a muddy mess.

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What did Upton Sinclair aim to achieve with his book 'The Jungle'?

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He wanted to expose the dangerous conditions of meatpacking facilities.

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What was the Homestead Act?

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The Homestead Act offered 160 acres of land for a small fee; homesteaders had to live on the land and improve it for 5 years.

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Who is credited with creating the assembly line?

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Henry Ford is credited with creating the assembly line, which revolutionized production in factories.

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What were some challenges faced by homesteaders in the Great Plains?

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The weather and soil made it hard to grow crops.

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What is the significance of the assembly line in manufacturing?

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The assembly line allowed for faster production and reduced costs, making goods more affordable.

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What were the living conditions like for homesteaders?

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Living conditions were often difficult, with limited resources and harsh weather.

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What did the Homestead Act encourage?

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The Homestead Act encouraged westward expansion by offering land to settlers.

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What was one impact of Upton Sinclair's 'The Jungle'?

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It led to reforms in food safety regulations and the establishment of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).