Quiz: 1 Flashcards
Who was the first democratic president since 1856?
Grover Cleaveland
Who is the guy that contributed more to the design of skyscrapers?
Louis Sullivan
What was the Sherman Antitrust?
In 1890 congress passed “Sherman’s Antitrust”. It had little impact. So reformers developed new methods for helping the urban poor.
Explain Angle Island…
Angel Island was Asian immigrants that was located on the west coast
Who was the New York City Democratic political machine leader?
Boss Tweed
Who wrote the book “Gilded Age”?
Mark Twain and Charles Warmer
What were some reasons immigrants came to the United States?
- Jobs
- Escape Poverty
- High Food Prices
- Avoid Forced Military Service
- Easy Moving
What does the term “Gilded Age” mean? Why is it appropriate?
They were warning others that something might appear to sparkle but inside it’s made of cheaper materials
What was the agreement that Theodore Roosevelt established?
The gentleman‘s agreement for Japan
What are some examples for mass transit?
- Horse Cars
- Cable Cars
- Electric Trolly Car
- Elevated Railroads
- Subway Systems
What two US presidents vetoed literacy requirements for immigrants?
Taft and Wilson
