Unit 1 Introduction Quiz - The Gilded Age

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    The way a country manages its money and resources to produce, buy, and sell goods and services is called its ________________________.

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    Who named the late 1800s of U.S. History, "The Gilded Age?"

    • Benjamin Franklin

    • Tom Sawyer

    • Mark Twain

    Correct Answer
    A. Mark Twain
    Explanation
    Mark Twain is credited with coining the term "The Gilded Age" to describe the late 1800s in U.S. History. The term refers to a time of superficial prosperity and wealth that masked underlying social problems and corruption. Mark Twain, a renowned American writer and humorist, used the term in his book "The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today" to critique the excessive materialism and inequality of the era. His satirical portrayal of this period in American history popularized the term and it has since become widely used to describe this specific time period.

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    _____________________ was illegal or dishonest actions by one or more government officials and was a problem during the Gilded Age.

    • National scandal

    • Political corruption

    • Economic schemes

    Correct Answer
    A. Political corruption
    Explanation
    Political corruption refers to illegal or dishonest actions by government officials. During the Gilded Age, which was a period of significant economic growth in the United States, political corruption was a prevalent issue. Many government officials were involved in corrupt practices such as bribery, embezzlement, and favoritism, which undermined the integrity and fairness of the political system. This corruption often benefited the wealthy and powerful at the expense of the general public, leading to widespread public outrage and the need for reforms.

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    Why was the time period during the late 1800s in U.S. History called - The Gilded Age?

    • It was called gilded because gilded means covered in a thin layer of gold.  The United States looked like a place where everyone was wealthy, but only a few people were wealthy.  Most people were poor.

    • It was called gilded because gilded means solid.  The United States was a place that did not allow outsiders to come into the country.  It was as if the United States had built a solid wall to keep people from other countries out of the U.S.

    • It was called gilded because gilded is another word for golden. The Gilded Age was a golden age in U.S. history because there was peace, wealth, and advancements in art, science, and technology.

    Correct Answer
    A. It was called gilded because gilded means covered in a thin layer of gold.  The United States looked like a place where everyone was wealthy, but only a few people were wealthy.  Most people were poor.
    Explanation
    During the late 1800s in U.S. History, the time period was called "The Gilded Age" because "gilded" means covered in a thin layer of gold. This term was used to describe the United States at that time because it appeared to be a place where everyone was wealthy, but in reality, only a few people were wealthy while the majority of the population was poor. The term "gilded" implies that there was a superficial appearance of prosperity and opulence, masking the stark economic inequality and social issues prevalent during that era.

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    Which of the following best describes the Gilded Age?

    • The Gilded Age was a Golden Age for Americans. The United States experienced a time of peace, prosperity, and advancements in art, science, and technology.

    • The Gilded Age was an Age of Extremes. There were many advancements in art, science, and technology but it was only enjoyed by a small group of wealthy people. The poor struggled greatly.

    • The Gilded Age was a time of War. Technology advanced in weapons that helped fight the war but the people of the U.S. suffered from poverty and starvation.

    Correct Answer
    A. The Gilded Age was an Age of Extremes. There were many advancements in art, science, and technology but it was only enjoyed by a small group of wealthy people. The poor struggled greatly.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the Gilded Age was an Age of Extremes. This means that while there were advancements in art, science, and technology, these benefits were only accessible to a small group of wealthy individuals. The majority of the population, particularly the poor, faced significant struggles during this time.

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