During the Civil War, the overwhelming Republican majority i…

During the Civil War, the overwhelming Republican majority in congress took advantage of the wartime absence of Democrats to push through their economic reforms. They gave millions of acres and dollars to railroad companies and also maintained a high protectionist tariff. They dominated politics during the Gilded Age, winning 12 of 16 presidential elections and controlled the Senate for 27 out of 32 sessions. During this period the Republicans became known as .

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occurred in 1864 when Cheyenne forces led by Chief Black Kettle followed government instructions and reported to Fort Lyon in hopes of signing a peace treaty. Militia forced led by John M. Chivington attacked the Cheyenne encampment, slaughtering more than 200 men, women, and children. The event caused a national scandal, but the deaths of so many Native Americans was also celebrated in some circles.

Part 2 [8% points each = 40% total] Short Identification Que…

Part 2 Short Identification Questions (IDs):A short answer ID should briefly address the basic journalistic questions: who or what, when, where, and why. Each term should be at least  4-5 sentences long. Be sure to discuss the significance. Write an answer for FIVE (5) of the following, even if you must guess somewhat (partial credit is better than none):The Day of Two NoonsFrederick Jackson TurnerThe Great Constitutional RevolutionThe Homestead ActThe Lost CauseSocial DarwinismThe Social GospelThe Triangle Shirtwaist FireThe Union StockyardsThe White City