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Compare the opportunities for men and women in managerial positions during the Gilded Age.
Men had significantly more opportunities in managerial roles due to societal norms and limited access to education for women. Women faced discrimination and barriers to advancement.
Compare the 'robber baron' and 'captain of industry' perspectives of wealthy industrialists.
'Robber barons' were seen as exploiting workers and engaging in unethical practices, while 'captains of industry' were viewed as innovative leaders who contributed to economic growth.
Compare the Gilded Age and the Progressive Era.
The Gilded Age was characterized by industrial growth and social inequality, while the Progressive Era focused on reform and addressing the problems created during the Gilded Age.
Compare philanthropy and scientific charity.
Philanthropy is the general act of donating to charitable causes, while scientific charity focuses on addressing the root causes of social problems with long-term solutions.
Compare the experiences of middle-class and working-class women in the workforce.
Middle-class women often found clerical jobs, while working-class women typically worked in factories or as domestic servants. Both groups faced lower pay and discrimination.
Compare the impact of department stores and mail-order catalogs on consumer culture.
Department stores transformed shopping into an experience, while mail-order catalogs expanded consumer access to goods, especially in rural areas.
Compare the views of Andrew Carnegie and other industrialists on wealth.
Andrew Carnegie advocated for the 'Gospel of Wealth,' while other industrialists may have focused more on accumulating wealth for personal gain.
Compare the role of advertising in the Gilded Age and today.
During the Gilded Age, advertising was used to create demand for new products. Today, advertising is more sophisticated and pervasive, using various media platforms.
Compare the impact of new technologies on leisure time in the Gilded Age and today.
In the Gilded Age, technologies like electric lighting and the telephone increased leisure time. Today, technologies like the internet and streaming services offer even more leisure options.
Compare the challenges faced by women in the workforce during the Gilded Age and today.
During the Gilded Age, women faced significant discrimination and limited opportunities. Today, women still face challenges such as the gender pay gap and underrepresentation in leadership positions, but have more opportunities overall.
Who was Andrew Carnegie?
A wealthy industrialist who popularized the 'Gospel of Wealth', advocating for the rich to use their money for public good.
Who was Madam C.J. Walker?
The first self-made female millionaire, who created hair care products for African American women.
Who was Lillian Dickson?
Managed her family's wholesale grocery business.
Who was Carrie Catt?
A women's suffrage leader who campaigned for the Nineteenth Amendment.
Who was Mary Elizabeth Garrett?
A philanthropist and women's suffrage supporter who helped found Bryn Mawr College and Johns Hopkins Medical School.
What was the significance of increased leisure time during the Gilded Age?
Led to new forms of entertainment like sports and amusement parks, increased travel, and the rise of social clubs.
What impact did department stores have during the Gilded Age?
Transformed shopping into a new experience and contributed to the rise of consumer culture.
What was the impact of mail-order catalogs?
Allowed people to purchase goods from home, expanding consumer access and driving demand.
What was the impact of advertising during the Gilded Age?
Created demand for new products and fueled the growth of consumer culture.
What was the impact of new technologies like the telephone and electric lighting?
Made shopping and communication easier, further boosting consumerism and economic activity.
What was the effect of the rise of managerial positions?
As businesses grew, the need for managers increased, leading to the rise of 'captains of industry'.
What was the impact of the increase in clerical jobs for women?
More women found jobs as stenographers, typists, and bookkeepers, though they faced lower pay and discrimination.
What was the impact of philanthropic efforts during the Gilded Age?
Wealthy individuals donated to charitable causes and established foundations to support education, healthcare, and the arts.
What was the impact of volunteerism during the Gilded Age?
People volunteered in settlement houses and other organizations, providing social services to the poor.
What was the impact of the rise of the middle class?
A growing group of white-collar workers, business owners, and professionals gained economic power.