Exam 2

Brooklyn Bridge

Completed in 1883, it connects Manhattan and Brooklyn, symbolizing engineering achievement.

Chicago School of Architecture

An architectural movement emphasizing steel-frame construction for skyscrapers.

Consumerism

A social and economic order that encourages the acquisition of goods and services.

Counter Mobility

Resistance methods by marginalized communities fighting against systemic barriers.

Eads Bridge

An iconic steel truss bridge completed in 1874, crossing the Mississippi River.

Great Chicago Fire of 1871

A destructive blaze that resulted in significant loss of life and property in Chicago.

Jim Crow Laws

Legislation enforcing racial segregation and discrimination in the United States.

Kranzberg's Laws of Technology

Principles stating technology is not neutral and interacts complexly with society.

League of American Wheelmen

An organization that practiced racial exclusion in the late 19th century.

Louis Sullivan

An architect who championed 'form follows function' and modern design.

Memory Palace

A mnemonic device that aids recall by organizing information within a familiar setting.

Safety Bicycle

A bicycle model with equal-sized wheels, promoting greater participation in cycling.

Steel Frame Construction

A building design method that allows for taller and stronger structures.

Streamlining in Household Appliances

A design movement focusing on sleek and aerodynamic product efficiency.

Technological Determinism

The theory that technology drives historical and social change.

Transnational 'New Negro' Movement

A movement promoting racial pride and cultural awareness among African Americans.

Wilmington Massacre

A violent uprising in 1898 leading to the marginalization of African Americans in Wilmington.

World's Fairs

Expositions showcasing technological and cultural advancements of various nations.

Art Nouveau

An artistic movement characterized by intricate designs and flowing lines.

Caisson Disease

A condition caused by rapid decompression occurring in pressurized environments.

Curtain Wall

A non-structural outer covering of a building for aesthetic purposes.

Democratization of Luxury

Expanded access to high-end goods due to mass production.

Disruptive Technologies

Innovations that significantly change existing industries or processes.

Electrical Standard of Living

Improved quality of life resulting from electrical technologies.

Electric Home and Farm Authority

A 1930s federal program increasing rural electrification.

Glocalization

Adapting global products and services to fit local markets.

Liberty Bills

Paper currency issued during the American Revolutionary War that depreciated rapidly.

Metropolitanism

Influence of urban centers in shaping national identity.

Modern Kitchen Bureau

A government agency promoting efficient kitchen practices.

New Deal

FDR's series of programs aimed at addressing the Great Depression.

New Negro Movement

A cultural movement encouraging racial pride and equality for Black Americans.

Organic Architecture

A design philosophy emphasizing harmony with nature.

Pneumatic Tire

An air-filled tire that improved comfort and traction in transportation.

Racial Symbolism

The use of images to represent and perpetuate racial stereotypes.

Sharecropping

A labor system involving land work in exchange for a share of crops.

Skyscraper

Tall buildings designed with steel frames for stability.

Throwaway Culture

A consumerist mentality emphasizing disposable items.