Module 5: The Market Revolution and Antebellum Reform

A series of flashcards covering key concepts, events, and effects of the Market Revolution and Antebellum Reform.

What factors contributed to the Market Revolution?

Transportation improvements, manufacturing advancements, and the establishment of economic connections.

What were the economic effects of the Market Revolution?

Spread of industry, growth of cities, shift to a cash-based economy, and improved standard of living.

What were some common characteristics of reform movements during the Market Revolution?

Beliefs in perfection, equality, and communal living as alternatives to mainstream societal norms.

What role did women play in reform efforts during the Market Revolution?

Women were instrumental in various reform movements, advocating for moral improvement and social change.

What is the significance of the Erie Canal in the context of the Transportation Revolution?

Opened in 1825, it connected the East Coast with the Great Lakes, facilitating trade and transport.

How did the Market Revolution affect workplace dynamics?

It resulted in the separation of production from retail and altered the traditional bond between masters and workers.

What is the concept of 'Separate Spheres' related to gender roles during the Market Revolution?

Men were seen as public figures and breadwinners, while women were expected to maintain the moral integrity of the home.

What was the purpose of the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848?

To gather activists for women's rights and to promote the Declaration of Sentiments highlighting women's grievances.

What was the Declaration of Sentiments inspired by?

It was modeled on the Declaration of Independence, outlining grievances and demands for women’s suffrage and equality.

What were some effects of the Transportation Revolution on travel times?

Significant reductions in travel times across various distances, enabling faster connections between major cities.