Question 1

Eugene V.Debs and the __________ became famous during the __________, which paralyzed the economies of twenty-seven states and territories making up the western half of the nation.

Accepted Answer

Eugene V. Debs and the American Railway Union became famous during the Pullman Strike, which significantly impacted the economies of many states.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the role of the federal government from 1860 to 1900?

Accepted Answer

The federal government during this period was closely allied with Big Business, particularly through policies like high tariffs that protected American manufacturers and supported industrial growth.

Question 3

Who comprised the largest group employed in factories during the Gilded Age?

Accepted Answer

During the Gilded Age, immigrants, particularly from Europe, comprised the largest group employed in factories due to the high demand for cheap labor and the influx of immigrants seeking work in the United States.

Question 4

The Knights of Labor's decline began because of its perceived involvement in

Accepted Answer

The Knights of Labor's decline began after the Haymarket Riot in 1886, where a bomb was thrown during a labor protest in Chicago, leading to public backlash against labor unions, including the Knights of Labor, due to their perceived association with the violence.

Question 5

What was the Sandlot Incident aimed at protesting?

Accepted Answer

The Sandlot Incident was aimed at protesting the hiring of Chinese immigrants, as many American workers felt that Chinese laborers were taking jobs away from them and driving down wages.

Question 6

This national labor organization, led by Terence V.Powderly in 1879, had a broad reform platform and was ahead of its time in its call for equal pay for men and women.

Accepted Answer

The Knights of Labor, led by Terence V. Powderly, was known for its inclusive membership and progressive reform agenda, including advocating for equal pay for men and women.

Question 7

The Great Railroad Strike of 1877

Accepted Answer

The Great Railroad Strike of 1877 spread across hundreds of cities and towns, primarily in the Eastern United States, as workers protested wage cuts and poor working conditions.

Question 8

Explain how railroads led the way in the creation of Big Business.Discuss the most important related railroad entrepreneurs and what impact the expansion of railroads after the Civil War had on the United States.

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Question 9

Before the Civil War, if you were a young child and you had a job, you most likely worked

Accepted Answer

Before the Civil War, the majority of young children who worked were employed on family farms, as agriculture was the dominant industry in the United States at that time.

Question 10

The end of the Pullman Strike came when

Accepted Answer

President Cleveland dispatched federal troops to break the strike, which led to the end of the Pullman Strike.

Question 11

The Homestead Strike ended with

Accepted Answer

The Homestead Strike ended with the defeat of the workers, the destruction of their union, and the leaders being charged with serious crimes.

Question 12

Which of the following statements about anarchists in 1860-1900 America is accurate?

Accepted Answer

Anarchists during this period advocated for self-governed societies and were often labeled as violent due to events like the Haymarket Riot, despite their broader philosophy of voluntary institutions.

Question 13

Which of the following best describes child labor in the late nineteenth century?

Accepted Answer

Child labor was prevalent in the late nineteenth century, especially in factories, coal mines, and cotton mills, where conditions were often dangerous and exploitative.

Question 14

This woman established Hull House, a settlement house in Chicago, and inspired many middle-class women to take a more active role in the "real" world.

Accepted Answer

Jane Addams established Hull House in Chicago, which was a settlement house aimed at helping immigrants and the poor, and she played a significant role in inspiring women to engage in social reform and activism.

Question 15

Write an essay that explores the relationship between Big Business and government in the late nineteenth century.How did they each support one another? Cite specific examples of government legislation that supported the development of Big Business and explain.Were there areas where they came into conflict? Explain any conflict and the results of the conflict.

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Question 16

Compare the aims and achievements of the Knights of Labor and the American Federation of Labor.What common ground do they share? What factors help explain their differences?

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Question 17

This early union was more interested in working to craft state laws important to their members than directly bargaining with employers.

Accepted Answer

The National Labor Union (NLU) was more focused on political and legislative efforts, such as advocating for an eight-hour workday, rather than direct bargaining with employers.

Question 18

Argue whether late-nineteenth-century business entrepreneurs were best described as "robber barons" or "captains of industry." Why? Discuss specific facts from the actions and experiences of these individuals to support your position.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

By 1900, __________ of college students were women.

Accepted Answer

By 1900, women made up about one third of college students in the United States, reflecting the increasing access to higher education for women during this period.

Question 20

The rise of this ailment was used to try to keep women from attending college and out of the workplace.

Accepted Answer

Neurasthenia was historically used to suggest that women were too fragile for higher education and work, reinforcing gender roles.

Quiz 16: Big Business and Organized Labor, 1860-1900

Eugene V.Debs and the became famous during the , which paralyzed the economies of twenty-seven states and territories making up the western half of the nation.