USA HISTORY

THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825

AMERICAN INDUSTRIALIZATION FACTORY SYSTEM AND MARKET REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
All the following are correct assessments of Andrew Carnegie’s accomplishments & contributions EXCEPT
A
reforming work safety standards
B
philanthropic activities such as building libraries
C
renowned industrialization in steel manufacturing
D
author of The Gospel of Wealth
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919) was one of the most successful businessmen and most recognized philanthropists in history. His entrepreneurial ventures in America’s steel industry earned him millions and he, in turn, made great contributions to social causes such as public libraries, education and international peace.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main idea of reform Darwinism was that: cooperation, not competition, would best promote progress.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which is a true statement about the growth of railroads in the late 1800s? It increased markets and facilitated growth of the West. How did industrialization bring about the development of groups like the Knights of Labor and the American Federation of Labor?

Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following is true of the Pennsylvania oil rush? In terms of economic importance, it outweighed the California gold rush of a decade before.

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