Question

1. which of the following were significant factors in explaining rapid industrial development in the us in the late 19th century? a) there was a large labor force to work in factories b) the us is blessed with raw materials, such as coal and iron - ore c) the us had an extensive railroad system d the us had a democratic government and a favorable climate for investing a) a & c only b) a - c - d only c) a, b, c, & d d) b & d only 8. ellis island, in new york harbor, served as a ____________ in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. a) a center for processing immigrants. b) a maximum security prison. c) an important naval base. d) the center of american steel production.

Explanation:

For question 7: A large labor - force (A) provided workers for factories. Abundant raw materials (B) were essential for industrial production. An extensive railroad system (C) facilitated transportation of goods and materials. A democratic government and favorable investment climate (D) encouraged business growth.
For question 8: Ellis Island was well - known as a processing center for immigrants arriving in the US during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Answer:

1. c) A, B, C, & D
2. a) A center for processing immigrants.