Political
Which branch of government established in the in the original U.S. Constitution was designed to be elected directly by citizens?
House of representatives
What was the name of John D. Rockefeller's oil business?
Standard oil
What was the main purpose of antitrust legislation passed by congress?
to protect competition between private businesses
The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution primarily to
protect individuals liberties
The Interstate Commerce Act (1887) and Sherman Antitrust Act (1890) were efforts by the federal government to
regulate aspects of business
St. John de Crevecoeur Alexis de Tocqueville were similar in the both
identified values crucial to America's success as a constitutional republic
The "due press" clause in the fifth amendment and the right to an attorney int eh sixth amendment were both designed to
ensure fair treatment for those accused of crimes
Which has been an important limitation on the power of eminent domain found in the fifth amendment
Governments must provide "reasonable compensation" when taking a person's property
What industry was Andrew Carnegie involved heavily in?
steel
In the late 1800's, which factor directly contributed to the growth of the American steel industry?
new production techniques
Which action would be protected by the first amendment?
A reporter published an article critical of city officials
During the time period from the 1865 to 1900, disputes between labor and business owners were sometimes marked by
the use of violence on both sides
During what 50 year time period did the population triple from 23 to 76 million
1850 to 1900
Which of the following was an important characteristic of American society as noted by Alexis de Tocqueville in 1831 - 1832
populism
Which statement describes a limitation on government action established by the Bill of Rights
Government officials cannot enter a home without the owner's permission or a valid search warrant
What social issues was raised by the philanthropic activities of many American business leaders during the Gilded Age?
was it right for business owners to pay low wages to their workers to finance philanthropic activities?
During the 1800's, what was a major effect of industrialization on American workers?
skilled craftsman were often replaced by unskilled machine operators.
Which was an important benefit of laissez-fair policies of the federal government in the late 19th century.
American entrepreneurs were able to invest in their businesses with little government interference
Which pair of amendments proved most helpful to the development of the Civil Rights movement?
14th and 15th amendment
In the U.S, illegally obtained evidence cannot be used in a court of law against someone. This rule is based on an individual's constitutional right to
protection against unreasonable searches and seizures
Which guarantees freedom of the press, freedom speech, and freedom of religion to individuals in the United States?
The first amendment to the U.S Constitution
In the late 19th century, critics of big business claimed that monopolies in the U.S harmed the economy by
unfairly limited competition
Carnegie showed how to organize large scale production as well as how to use profits in philanthropic activities.
What has been the impact of the first amendment's separation of church and state on the American way of life?
It has helped to promote religion freedom
" The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people"
United States Constitution, 10th Amendment
limit the powers of the federal government