Chapter 32 Big Picture Questions

1. Describe Latin American society at the end of the nineteenth century. Specifically, what was the status of ethnic minorities and women? Explain how gaucho society fit into this picture.
2. Describe the women’s movement in the United States during the nineteenth century. Did the status of women improve as a result of their efforts? Explain your answer.
3. U.S. immigration reached new heights during the nineteenth century. How did the large flow of immigrants impact society and economy? Why did these people come to America and did they find what they sought?
4. Why is the War of 1812, which was fought between the United States and Great Britain, perceived as a significant event in Canadian history?