2nd Industrial Revolution in America Quiz 1

What developments powered the 2nd Industrial Revolution in America?

• Railroads, oil, steel, electricity

• Agriculture, textiles, coal, steam

• Automobiles, plastics, computers, internet

• Aviation, nuclear power, biotechnology, robotics

What were the challenges to forming Unions?

• Government couldn't help, factory owners had control

• Government supported unions, factory owners were weak

• Unions were illegal, workers were content

• Unions were mandatory, workers were uninterested

What was the main issue during the Homestead Strike?

• Pay cut and seventy-hour workweek

• Increase in wages and shorter hours

• Introduction of new technology

• Expansion of the factory

What were the goals of the Knights of Labor?

• Equal pay for women and no child labor

• Higher wages and longer hours

• More holidays and less work

• Better housing and free meals

What were the causes and effects of the new wave of immigrants from 1880-1900?

• They were hired but faced poor living conditions

• They were welcomed and given land

• They were ignored and left alone

• They were deported and sent back

How did the Chinese Exclusion Act reflect nativist attitudes at that time?

• It was racist and prevented hiring

• It encouraged diversity and inclusion

• It had no impact on immigration

• It supported Chinese businesses

What were the causes and effects of Urbanization during this time period?

• Poor housing conditions

• Improved transportation

• Decreased population

• Increased rural areas

How was Social Darwinism used to explain and justify social classes in America?

• Survival of the fittest

• Equality for all

• Random chance

• Government intervention

How did Roosevelt apply his philosophy to the Coal Miner’s Strike?

• Gave both a little on what they want

• Ignored the strike

• Supported only the miners

• Supported only the owners

How was Taft different from Roosevelt regarding tariffs?

• He wanted higher tariffs

• He wanted lower tariffs

• He eliminated tariffs

• He ignored tariffs