The Development of the American Economy - ONL

REQUIREMENTS:

POSSIBLE

ACTUAL

Explained Henry Clay’s American System. Described how this promoted a spirit of nationalism in America

20

Described America’s transportation revolution in the first half of the 1800s and the role government played in the development of roads, canals, railroads, and steamboats.

15

Identified three major industries (excluding the railroad) of America’s industrial revolution after the civil war. Explains what made the men who controlled the industries so successful.

15

Explained the importance of the transcontinental railroad and how it changed America.

15

Explained the origins and growth of early labor unions in the U.S. Described how labor unions changed America.

15

Each section is 200-300 words.

5

A minimum of three - five relevant scholarly resources.

5

TOTAL

90