Monopoly
(Not the game)
(Not the game)
War...
War Never Changes...
War Never Changes...
Picture This (Cartoon)!
Doofenshmirtz's Inventions, but vintage!
Welcome to the Gilded Age
100
Who monopolized the oil industry?
John D. Rockefeller
100
This war started before this period, but eventually ended at the very start of this period.
(HINT: A multi-yearlong battle that started due to "economic issues")
The American Civil War
100
What is the meaning of "Bosses of The Senate?"
Represents the overwhelming authority that the rich had over political decisions and influence.
100
In 1880, this man invented the lightbulb.
(HINT: An electrical company has his name)
Thomas Edison
100
What was the Gilded Age?
An age characterized by rapid industrialization, technological advances, and dramatic increase in wealth.
200
Who monopolized the railroad and trade industries?
Cornelius Vanderbilt
200
A collection of wars that were fought between the American settlers and Native Americans.
The Great Sioux War (1866-1868)
200
What is the meaning of "The Condition of The Laboring Man At Pullman?"
Represents the poor working conditions, low wages, and high rents that the poor/working class has to face.
200
In 1876, this man invented the very first telephone in an attempt to modernize the telegraph.
Alexander Graham Bell
200
What was a Monopoly?
A term to describe a company's full control of an entire supply of another company's product or service.
300
Name the big four monopolists
Cornelius Vanderbilt
JP Morgan
John D. Rockefeller
Andrew Carnegie
300
What was the leading cause of the Great Sioux War?
The desired expansion of American settlers and the discovery of gold within the western side of America.
300
What is the meaning of the "Protectors of Our Industries?"
Captures the public's frustration with the imbalanced power dynamics between the industrial giants and the working/middle class.
300
This invention was able to record and playback any sort of sound when used. This marked a significant advancement in the arts and entertainment.
Phonograph
300
When did the Gilded Age start and when did it end?
1873-1900
400
Who monopolized the steel industry?
Andrew Carnegie
400
What was the difference between the terms "Victory" and "Massacre" during the Great Sioux War?
Victory: Used to describe the "victory" of the Natives.
Massacre: Used to describe a purge on Native tribes.
400
What is the meaning of "The Great Race for the Western Stakes?"
Depicts the struggles the issues discussing the control of the Erie Railroads between Vanderbilt and James Fisk.
400
In 1886, the very first transportation device with an internal combustion engine was introduced to the public.
Automobiles or Benz-Patent Motorcar
400
What is the difference between Vertical and Horizontal Integration?
Horizontal: Merges smaller companies with a bigger one.
Vertical: Acquires a company's supply chain.
500
While monopolizing on both railroads and steel, who monopolized the banking industry?
JP Morgan
500
This battle was said to be the most brutal fight in the Great Sioux War, and is considered as a "Massacre."
The Battle of Little Bighorn (1876)
500
What is the meaning of "The Republican Monopoly Pleasure Club and its Dangerous Dam?"
Depicts the public outrage towards the businessmen who suffered no consequences for their hurtful actions.
500
In 1868, this inventor made this invention, which revolutionized fencing and land management.
Joseph Glidden and the Barbed Wire
500
What put an end to the Gilded Age?
The legislations written by Theodore Roosevelt to limit corporate power and protections to the middle-class.