us hist essay

*Part I (20 points)

Identification

Describe the who, what, when, where, and historical significance of the following term in 3 - 4 sentences.

Pullman Strike

*Part II (20 points)

Short Essay

Answer the following question in a paragraph.

What was the Jim Crow system?  How was it kept in place?

*Part III (60 points)

Long Essay

Between 1877 and 1900, a series of profound revolutions reconstructed the economy, society, and culture of the United States. Using TWO of the transformations from the list below, describe each process, and explain how they affected Americans’ lives. Be sure to include specific examples of legislation, art/music, events, etc. from the readings, lectures, and class discussions to prove and illustrate your arguments. Your answer should be between one and two pages long.

Reconstruction
Jim Crow system
Industrial Revolution
Immigration