What is a captain of industry?

Captains of Industry and Technology

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A military leader
A famous artist
A respected business leader
A political figure
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a captain of industry?
Creates job opportunities
Amasses wealth at others' expense
Respected by society
Contributes to national wealth
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do captains of industry differ from robber barons?
Captains of industry contribute to national well-being
They both contribute equally to society
Captains of industry focus on personal gain only
Robber barons contribute positively to the economy
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one way captains of industry have contributed to the United States?
By avoiding taxes
By creating cultural institutions
By reducing the supply of goods
By increasing unemployment
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a contribution made by captains of industry?
Reducing job opportunities
Raising the standard of living
Lowering productivity
Decreasing market expansion
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was one of Steve Jobs' major contributions to technology?
Creating the first smartphone
Developing the first search engine
Inventing the internet
Pioneering the microcomputer revolution
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which company did Steve Jobs co-found?
Amazon
Microsoft
Apple Inc.
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