History 1302 Exam I
Name__________________________
In a well-developed essay for each question, answer the following. 50pts each.
Following the Civil War, America experienced a great development of its
industrial capacity. Why was America uniquely situated at this time for an
industrial revolution and what effects did this growth have on the country? In your
opinion, was the Industrial Revolution mostly positive or negative? Explain your
answer.
Discuss everyday life in Victorian America (1870-1900), including culture and
society of the various classes of Americans during this time period. How did this
time period shape our modern views on gender and immigration? Explain.
Use this page as your cover sheet. Type your essays.