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1.3.2 APEX APUSH Quiz American
Culture in the Gilded Age
A scientist argues that he will never pursue research that is not meant to help people.
He claims that research into the properties of stars and planets, for instance, does
nothing to improve society; it is simply interesting to scientists. Instead, he argues that
research should be devoted entirely to areas such as medicine and sanitation
technology that will improve daily life for millions. This scientist's beliefs are most in line
with which of the following late 19th- century philosophies? - ANSWER-Pragmatism

Based on the excerpt from his "Atlanta Compromise" speech, with which of the following
statements would Booker T. Washington most likely agree? - ANSWER-African
Americans will gain social acceptance in US society only by demonstrating economic
success.

How did Darwin's theory of natural selection contribute to the rise of eugenics? -
ANSWER-It convinced some Americans that social progress depended upon preventing
inferior people from breeding.

How did Ida B. Wells's approach to addressing racism against African Americans differ
from Broiler F. Washington's approach? - ANSWER-Wells took a more confrontational
approach to racism than Washington.

How was life during the Gilded Age different for working-class women than it was for
middle-class women? - ANSWER-Middle-class women gained more leisure time, while
working- class women were expected to work and care of the home.

Supporters of social Darwinism would most likely agree with which of the following
statements? - ANSWER-Wealth is an indicator of a person's character and ability.

The increasing popularity of spectator sports and popular musical acts in American
cities during the late 19th and early 20th centuries is most attributable to which of the
following factors? - ANSWER-Middle-class Americans had more free time and money to
enjoy leisure activities.

Which of the following 19th century developments most undermines the argument
Broiler T. Washington puts forth in his "Atlanta Compromise" speech? - ANSWER-The
passage of Jim Crow laws throughout the South.

Which of the following describes a lasting effect of the Woman's Christian Temperance
Union? - ANSWER-It encouraged women to participate more actively in national
politics.

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