Industrialism- exam prep

Explain the demographic shifts in the late 19th century America. Where were people living and why.

People moved in large numbers from rural areas to rapidly growing cities primarily due to the rapid industrialization that created job opportunities in urban centers, leading to a phenomenon called urbanization

Explain the purpose of labor unions

They aimed to improve workers rights and overall quality of employment through collective bargaining

Explain the rise of immigration

It was driven by the creation of large numbers of low-skilled jobs in factories, which attracted a massive influx of people from impoverish regions around the world seeking better economic opportunity’s.

Identify why some immigration was discouraged

Explain the relationship between immigrants and the Democratic Party in the late 19th century

Define and explain the significance of social Darwinism

It’s the idea that life is a competition. It applied Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution to human society, justifying inequality, and the power structures by claiming that the fittest individuals and groups naturally rise to the top.

Identify the significance of Horatio Alger

His writings significantly influenced American culture, particularly post-Civil war youth, by promoting the idea that anyone could achieve prosperity through perseverance and determination

Identify the significance of Eugene V. Debs

He led his union in a major ten month strike against the CB&Q railroad in 1888. He was instrumental in the founding of the American Railway Union (ARU) one of the nations first industrial unions

Identify the significance of John D Rockefeller

He was a major figure for his role in the creation of the standard oil company and his contributions to philanthropy

Identify the significance of Andrew Carnegie

He revolutionized the steel industry, becoming one of the wealthiest individuals of his time, and later gained renown for his extensive philanthropy.

Identify the significance of Henry Ford

Founded the ford motor co. The first affordable car. He also started assembly line productions.

Identify the significance of J.P. Morgan

Was a prominent banker and industrialist in the 19th and 20th centuries who played a key role in the development of the American economy