Miners, Railroads & Cattlemen
What did miners search for in the West?
Gold and silver
Who invented the electric light bulb?
Thomas Edison
What was Ellis Island known for?
It was the main entry point for immigrants.
What war did the U.S. fight in 1898 to become a world power?
The Spanish-American War
What major transportation system was finished in 1869?
The Transcontinental Railroad
What invention by Bell changed communication?
The telephone
Why did many immigrants come to the U.S.?
To find jobs and escape hardship
Which of the following was a result of the war: Puerto Rico, Alaska, or Hawaii?
Puerto Rico
What term described towns that quickly grew near mining sites?
Boomtowns
Which industry did Henry Ford revolutionize with assembly lines?
The automobile industry
What kind of work did most immigrants do when they arrived?
Factory and construction jobs
What is the term for gaining control over other lands?
Imperialism
What was the name of the long route cowboys took to move cattle?
Cattle drives
What is one reason factories grew during this time?
New machines made work faster and cheaper.
What challenges did immigrants face in America?
Language barriers, discrimination, low wages
Name two territories the U.S. gained in 1898
Philippines and Guam (also Puerto Rico)
How did railroads help cattlemen and miners grow their industries?
They allowed fast transport of goods and cattle to markets in the East.
How did industrial growth change where people lived?
It caused urbanization, with more people moving to cities for jobs.
What does "The Golden Door" symbolize in American history?
Hope and opportunity for immigrants seeking a better life
How did the Spanish-American War change America's role in the world?
It made the U.S. a global power with overseas territories.