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Gilded age

TermDefinition
Dawes act Abolish the Native American tribal unit and attempted to destroy the Native American culture and traditions
Transcontinental railroads They Needed a national economy and health physically unify the country
Homestead act Settlers could get 160 acres of land for free if they approved by making a home and growing crops they could only after five years
Sherman antitrust act Open monopolies from engaging in unfair practices that prevented their competition
Interstate commerce act Prohibited unfair practices by railroads such as changing higher rates for shorter routes
Laissez faire The theory that the government should not interfere in the operation of the free market
Labor union A association of workers that is formed to protect and further their rights and interests
Entrepreneurs Businessman who take risk to develop new industries for profit
Robber baron A successful interest industrialist during the 19th century also known as the Gilded Age
captain of industry Business leader who means amassing a personal fortune Country contributed positively to the country in someway
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