A4: NEW YORK, REGENTS EXAMINATIONS

This task from the Regents Examinations was released in 2000.

UNITED STATES HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT DOCUMENT-BASED ESSAY

Directions: Using information from the documents provided, and your knowledge of United States history, write a well-organized essay that includes an introduction, several paragraphs, and a conclusion.

Historical Context

After the Civil War, the United States became a much more industrialized society. Between 1865 and 1920, industrialization improved American life in many ways. However, industrialization also created problems for American society.

Task

Using information from the documents and your knowledge of United States history, write an essay in which you:

  1. Discuss the advantages ...

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