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This act created a trust system that insured government employees were hired for their abilities rather than their connections. -
The A.C. Motor was invented by Nikola Tesla, and powers everyday items like hairdryers, fridges, fans, and more. -
This act stopped monopolies from forming. -
From 1890-1920
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Andrew Carnegie increased production and lowered wages, and in return workers went on strike. In the end, they lost and had to work longer for less money. -
He was a Republican candidate who was very interested in reform. -
The Wright Brothers took the first brief flights in a plane in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. -
These laws required that all foods should be tested before being sent to stores. -
Although he fought monopolies like Roosevelt, he was much less impactful with change. -
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was a very large group of civil rights activists. -
A fire started in a clothing factory, and while trying to escape the flames many women jumped to their deaths from windows. -
He was most famous for his New Freedom Program. However he did not believe in votes for women or rights for African Americans. -
This amendment established income tax. -
This amendment made direct election of senators possible with the popular vote. -
While peacefully protesting in front of the White House, suffragettes were attacked and brutally beaten, and later arrested. -
This amendment prohibited the use of alcohol. -
This amendment gave women the right to vote.