Today we will finish the documentary today and discuss the study questions.
Please answer the following questions as you watch:
Historical Context & Themes
- What was the Gilded Age, and why did Mark Twain coin this term for the period?
- How did industrialization and economic growth shape American society during the Gilded Age?
- What were the key industries that fueled economic expansion during this era?
Wealth & Social Inequality
- How did the wealth gap between the rich and poor expand during the Gilded Age?
- What role did figures like Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, and J.P. Morgan play in shaping the economy?
- How did the rise of monopolies and trusts affect both workers and consumers?
Labor & Working Conditions
- What were some of the major labor strikes and movements during the Gilded Age?
- How did industrialists and factory owners respond to demands for better wages and working conditions?
- How did the rise of labor unions impact workers' rights and industry regulations?
Politics & Corruption
- What were some of the major political scandals of the Gilded Age?
- How did political machines like Tammany Hall influence local and national politics?
- What role did the federal government play in regulating big business and addressing social inequalities?
Immigration & Urbanization
- How did immigration shape American cities during the Gilded Age?
- What challenges did new immigrants face in urban centers?
- How did urbanization lead to the development of tenement housing and slums?
Social & Cultural Changes
- How did the ideals of Social Darwinism influence attitudes toward wealth and poverty?
- What role did women play in society, and how did the fight for women’s rights evolve during this period?
- How did African Americans and other marginalized groups experience discrimination during the Gilded Age?
Legacy of the Gilded Age
- What reforms emerged in response to the problems of the Gilded Age?
- In what ways do you see parallels between the Gilded Age and modern American society?
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