1. Trace the development of the Industrial Revolution in early 19^th century America. How did life for the American workers change during the Industrial Revolution? Were workers better off under the old or new system? What role did women play in the Industrial Revolution?

2. Explain immigration to America during the half of 19^th century. What counties supplied many of the immigrants? What were the push and pull factors associated with immigration? Where did the immigrants decide to settle in the United States? What types of discrimination did they face? How did some of the immigrants gain acceptance?