Immigration and Industrialization

What was the importance of the Chinese Exclusion Act?

• It was a law that aimed to improve traderelations with China.

• The act allowed unlimited immigration from all countries.
• 1st legislation aimed at a particular ethnic group.

• It was a law that promoted immigration from China.

Who is Jacob Riis?

• Jacob Riis was a politician known for his work in the Senate.
• Jacob Riis was a famous painter from the 19th century.
• Jacob Riis was a social reformer and journalist known for exposing the living conditions of the urban poor.
• Jacob Riis was a scientist who studied marine biology.

Who is Jane Addams?

• Jane Addams was a social reformer and co-founder of Hull House.
• Jane Addams was a renowned scientist.
• Jane Addams was a political leader in the 19th century.
• Jane Addams was a famous actress.

What industry is Andrew Carnegie associated with?

• Steel industry
• Banking industry
• Railroad industry
• Textile industry

What is a Corporate Trust?

• A Corporate Trust is a financial arrangement where a corporation serves as a trustee managing assets for beneficiaries.
• A Corporate Trust is a government program for public asset management.
• A Corporate Trust is a legal entity that only serves to issue stocks.
• A Corporate Trust is a type of insurance policy for corporations.

What is Vertical Integration?

• Vertical integration is a strategy where a company controls multiple stages of production or distribution within the same industry.
• A method for increasing market share by reducing prices.
• A strategy focused solely on marketing and advertising.
• A process of outsourcing production to third-party companies.

What is Social Darwinism?

• A political ideology that promotes government intervention in the economy.
• A belief that all social issues can be solved through education alone.
• A theory that suggests all individuals are inherently equal in society.
• A theory suggesting that stronger individuals or groups will naturally prevail over weaker ones.

What did Henry Ford invent that revolutionized production of goods?

• Assembly line
• Steam engine
• Electric motor
• Conveyor belt

What is Nativism?

• Nativism promotes open borders for all immigrants.
• Nativism is a political and social philosophy that prioritizes the interests of native inhabitants over immigrants.
• Nativism focuses on the rights of immigrants over native inhabitants.
• Nativism is a philosophy that encourages multiculturalism.

What is How the Other Half Lives about?

• It is a biography of a famous New York politician.
• It discusses the history of New York's architecture.
• It focuses on the lives of wealthy socialites in Manhattan.
• It is about the living conditions of the urban poor in New York City.