Captains of Industry

What is the meaning of a "Captain of Industry"?

• A scientist who studies the ocean
• A business leader who has a positive impact on society through their achievements and philanthropy.
• A professional athlete who leads a team
• A military officer in charge of a ship

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Where did Andrew Carnegie make all his money?

• Steel industry
• Automobile industry
• Textile industry
• Oil industry

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What does a monopoly mean?

• A situation in which multiple companies compete in the market
• A situation in which the government controls all businesses
• A situation in which consumers have the power to set prices
• A situation in which a single company or group owns all of a product or service.

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Why was Vanderbilt considered a Robber Baron?

• Supporting small businesses and competition
• Generous philanthropy and charitable donations
• Ruthless business practices and made monopolies

• Fair and ethical business practices

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Why is Vanderbilt known as a Captain of Industry (Hero)?

• His exceptional skills in music composition
• His important contributions and donations- helped develop the Grand Central Station

• His expertise in culinary arts
• His successful career as a professional athlete

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Where did J.P. Morgan make all of his money?

• Real estate industry
• Technology industry
• Banking and finance industry
• Agriculture industry

Where did John D. Rockefeller make all of his money

• Tech industry
• Oil industry
• Real estate
• Agriculture

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Where did Cornelius Vanderbilt make his fortune?

• farming and agriculture
• technology and software
• entertainment and media
• railroad and shipping industries

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What is the meaning of a "Robber Baron"?

• A respected and ethical business leader who followed all laws and regulations
• A generous philanthropist who donated their wealth to help the poor
• A skilled and hardworking entrepreneur who earned their wealth through innovation and dedication
• A wealthy and powerful business leader who gained their wealth through exploitation and ruthless business practices

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What negative impact is Andrew Carnegie known for?

• Philanthropic efforts and charitable donations
• Supporting workers' rights and fair labor practices
• Environmental conservation and sustainability initiatives
• Monopoly of the steel industry

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