1. Robber Baron or Captain of Industry

2. Growth of a Nation Growing in terms of population and size Entrepreneurs and Industrialists seize the opportunity How do businesses become a success??

3. Leaders Get a Name... Robber Baron: business leaders who built their fortunes by stealing from the public and using sketchy business practices Captain of Industry: business leaders who served their nation in a positive way

4. You Choose... Fill out the chart as you read (with a partner) Make sure to answer the opinion question below the chart: Robber Baron or Captain of Industry

5. The Pyramid of Choices Created jobs Expanded the economy Paid low wages Bribed public officials Drained country of natural resources Increased the supply of products Raised Americans’ standard of living Ruthlessly drove competition out of business Forced workers to work under harsh conditions Gave $ away to establish libraries, museums, and universities

6. 21st Century Examples???

7. 21st Century Examples???

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9. Overview Summarize what we have learned today...