by pkuphal
Step into the dynamic era of late 19th and early 20th century America, a time marked by rapid industrial growth, urban expansion, and significant social transformations. This quiz will challenge your understanding of the critical events and influential figures that shaped this pivotal period in American history. Ready to test your knowledge and see how well you grasp the intricacies of Chapter 18 of the American Yawp? Let’s get started!
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American Yawp Chapter 18 Quiz Questions Overview
1. What was the primary cause of the rapid urbanization in the United States during the late 19th century?
A. Agricultural advancements
B. Industrialization
C. Immigration restrictions
D. Decline in rural populations
2. Which of the following best describes the concept of ‘Social Darwinism’?
A. The belief in natural selection and survival of the fittest in human society
B. The idea that all humans are equal and should have the same opportunities
C. The promotion of social welfare programs to support the poor
D. The theory that humans evolved from apes
3. Who was a prominent leader in the labor movement and helped to found the American Federation of Labor (AFL)?
A. Eugene V. Debs
B. Samuel Gompers
C. John D. Rockefeller
D. Andrew Carnegie
4. What was the significance of the Haymarket Affair of 1886?
A. It led to the establishment of Labor Day as a national holiday
B. It resulted in the execution of several labor activists and increased public fear of labor unions
C. It marked the beginning of the eight-hour workday
D. It was the first successful strike in American history
5. Which innovation is credited with significantly improving communication during the late 19th century?
A. The telegraph
B. The telephone
C. The radio
D. The typewriter
6. What was the main goal of the Progressive Movement in the early 20th century?
A. To expand American territory overseas
B. To address social and political issues through reform
C. To promote laissez-faire economic policies
D. To maintain the status quo
7. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote?
A. 15th Amendment
B. 18th Amendment
C. 19th Amendment
D. 21st Amendment
8. What was the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890?
A. To regulate interstate commerce
B. To break up monopolies and promote competition
C. To establish a federal income tax
D. To protect workers’ rights
9. Which event marked the end of the Indian Wars and the closing of the American frontier?
A. The Battle of Little Bighorn
B. The Wounded Knee Massacre
C. The Sand Creek Massacre
D. The Battle of Tippecanoe
10. Who was the influential African American leader who promoted vocational education and economic self-reliance for black Americans?
A. W.E.B. Du Bois
B. Marcus Garvey
C. Booker T. Washington
D. Frederick Douglass
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