Dec 18, 2009

Development of the Industrial U.S. - Classroom | Words to Know

A

anarchist:
An individual who advocates the use of force to overthrow all government.
antitrust laws:
Laws opposing or regulating trusts or similar business monopolies.
apprentice:
Someone who is bound to work for someone else for a specific term in order to learn a trade.
aristocracy:
A government controlled by a wealthy, privileged social class.
artisan:
A person who is skilled at a particular trade or craft.
assimilation:
The social process of being absorbed, or blending into the dominant culture.
aviation:
The operation and manufacture of aircraft.

B

bankruptcy:
A state of financial ruin in which an individual or corporation cannot pay its debts.
boiler:
A tube (or several...

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