Topic 3 Flashcards
What is mass production?
The large-scale manufacturing of standardized products
Mass production allows for increased efficiency and lower costs in production.
What does Taylorism refer to?
A management theory that analyzes and synthesizes workflows
Taylorism aims to improve economic efficiency and labor productivity.
Who is associated with the development of the assembly line?
Henry Ford
Ford’s Assembly line revolutionized manufacturing processes in the early 20th century.
Define welfare capitalism.
A system in which businesses provide welfare services to their employees
It aims to improve worker satisfaction and loyalty.
What event is known as the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire?
A tragic fire in 1911 that killed 146 garment workers
This event highlighted unsafe working conditions and led to labor reforms.
What is Progressive labor reform?
Efforts to improve working conditions and labor rights
This movement aimed to address issues like child labor and workplace safety.
How did imperialism impact labor and markets?
It provided cheap labor and increased access to markets
Imperialism often exploited resources and labor in colonized regions.
What was the Spanish American War?
A conflict in 1898 between the United States and Spain
This war resulted in the U.S. acquiring territories like Puerto Rico and the Philippines.
What amendments are known as the 17th, 18th, and 19th Amendments?
17th: direct election of senators, 18th: prohibition, 19th: women’s suffrage
These amendments reflect significant social and political changes in the U.S.
Who was Theodore Roosevelt?
The 26th President of the United States known for his progressive policies
He championed conservation and the establishment of national parks.
What is the Antiquities Act?
A law that allows the President to designate national monuments
It was passed in 1906 to protect significant natural and cultural resources.
Who were Gifford Pinchot and John Muir?
Pinchot: first Chief of the U.S. Forest Service; Muir: naturalist and conservationist
They had differing views on land use and conservation.
What is Hetch Hetchy known for?
A valley in California that became a controversial reservoir site
The debate over its use highlighted tensions between conservation and development.
What is the significance of National Parks?
Protected areas for conservation and public enjoyment
The National Park Service was established to manage these lands.
What was the Panama Canal?
A waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
Its construction was a significant engineering feat and strategic military asset.
What was the purpose of the Pure Food and Drug Act?
To ensure consumer protection in food and drug industries
This act was passed in 1906 to address public health concerns.
What was the Coal Strike?
A major labor strike in 1902 for better wages and working conditions
It led to federal intervention and set a precedent for labor negotiations.
What was the debate over imperialism regarding Hawaii, Cuba, and the Philippines?
Discussions about the morality and consequences of U.S. expansionism
This debate included arguments for and against annexation and control of these territories.
Who were W.E.B. DuBois and Booker T. Washington?
DuBois: advocated for civil rights and co-founded NAACP; Washington: promoted vocational education
Their differing approaches to race relations shaped African American activism.
What was the Black Women’s Club Movement?
A movement focused on social activism and community improvement among Black women
It played a crucial role in addressing issues like education and civil rights.
What is ‘Birth of a Nation’?
A controversial film released in 1915 that depicted the Ku Klux Klan positively
It sparked significant backlash and discussions about race and representation in media.
Who were the Muckrakers?
Journalists who exposed corruption and social injustices
Notable muckrakers include Upton Sinclair, Ida Tarbell, and Jacob Riis.
What is urbanization?
The process of population movement from rural to urban areas
This trend was significant in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
What are tenements?
Poorly built, overcrowded housing units for urban workers
Tenements often lacked basic amenities and were associated with poverty.
