History Final - All units Flashcards
refugee
a person who flees their home country due to fear of persecution or violence.
migrant worker
a person who moves from one region or country to another in search of work.
labor unionism
the organization of workers to protect their rights and improve working conditions.
industrialization
The process of developing industries in a country or region.
OLDER ideals
opportunity, liberty, democracy, equality, rights
13th Amendment
abolishes slavery except for punishment of a crime
15th Amendment
the right to vote
Convict Leasing
people forced into labor because of arrest; usually based on race and taken advantage of
14th Amendment
equal protection under law
ellis island
The primary immigration station in New York, processing immigrants from Europe.
angel island
The primary immigration station in San Francisco, processing immigrants from Asia.
innovation
The introduction of new ideas, methods, or technologies.
dillingham commision
A U.S. government commission that studied immigration and its impact on American society.
monopoly
A situation where a single company or group controls the entire market for a particular product or service.
tenements
Overcrowded and poorly maintained apartment buildings, often housing immigrant families in urban areas.
Laissez Faire Capitalism:
An economic system where the government does not interfere with the free market
Chinese Exclusion act
A U.S. law passed in 1882 that prohibited Chinese laborers from entering the country.
Philanthropy
The practice of donating money, goods, or services to help those in need.
Labor Union
An organization of workers formed to protect their rights and interests.
1st wave Immigrants
The first wave of immigration to the United States occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
2nd wave Immigrants
The second wave of immigration to the United States occurred in the mid-20th century.
Collective Bargaining
The negotiation of wages and working conditions between employers and a group of employees.
Captain of Industry
A wealthy industrialist who is seen as a positive contributor to society.
Robber Baron
A wealthy industrialist who is seen as exploitative and unethical.