Advanced American History
Our study of the Gilded Age continues today with the era of industrialization in America. You should be able to identify the following:
- What factors led to rapid industrialization in America in the latter half of the 19th century?
- What are some examples of innovation from this time period?
- Understand the varying perspectives that lead to industrialists being called both robber barrons and captains of industry
Assignment: Read text pages 107-113. Quiz scheduled for Thursday.
American History
Today we are beginning our next unit of study, The Gilded Age. This era from 1876-1914 includes things like industrialization, urbanization, immigration, and political change in the form of progressivism. After a brief introductory discussion, students will be expected to take a look at text pages 100-106 to understand examples of technological and industrial growth from this era.
Assignment: Part 1 of blue handout (p. 100-106).
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