The post-Reconstruction South was a difficult place for freed African-Americans to enter into society as new citizens. A caravan of 300 freed African-Americans known as “Exodusters” left Kentucky and settled in Nicodemus, Kansas. This town became one of the earliest African-American towns and speaks to the opportunity for diversity found in the West. Despite issues […]
What was the key to the new affluence of the 1920s? a. new methods of business organization b. the discovery of new sources of raw materials c. better methods of financing business d. a more skilled workforce e. new technology ANSWER E
During the Gilded Age, most middle-class Americans were A) Catholic. B) Jewish. C) agnostic. D) Protestant Christians. ANSWER Answer: D
Under Jefferson’s original plan for western land distribution, __________. A) as many as fourteen new states were envisioned B) the western lands would become colonies of the thirteen states C) industry and manufacturing would be encouraged in the West D) Indian rights would always take precedence ANSWER A
A major difference between the lifestyle of Italian and Japanese immigrants was only one culture A) experienced culture shock. B) tried to establish family. C) tried to earn money to send back home. D) encouraged both men and women to work outside the home. ANSWER Answer: D
Unlike the Knights of Labor, the American Federation of Labor __________. a. believed workers would rise in stature b. organized skilled and unskilled workers c. emphasized economic goals for workers d. organized a majority of the workers e. hoped all workers could eventually become self-employed ANSWER C
In what ways did construction of railroads in the South benefit the ideology of building a “New South”? Answer: ANSWER An ideal answer will include: 1. Discussion of the Southern economy before the advent of railroads. 2. Discussion on what specific benefits the South gained from having access to railroads. 3. Discussion on how […]
The Trail of Tears refers to __________. a. the destruction of the national bank b. passage of the “tariff of abominations” c. the forced relocation of the Cherokees to Oklahoma d. the nullification controversy e. the Oregon Trail and westward expansion ANSWER C
All of the following are TRUE about Samuel M. Jones, the mayor of Toledo from 1897-1904 EXCEPT A) he called on voters to renounce political parties. B) he instituted an 8-hour day for city workers. C) he spent municipal funds to open kindergartens and parks. D) he was forced to eventually resign because he had […]
One of Lyndon Johnson’s greatest assets in the White House was his __________. a. ability to persuade Congress b. acclaimed public speaking skills c. polish and sophistication d. excellent relationship with the media e. unassuming presence that caused others to underestimate him ANSWER A
