Rapid industrialization refers to the period of significant growth and expansion of industrial production in a short amount of time. During the late 1800s, it led to the rise of factories, mass production, and technological advancements that transformed American society.
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Urbanization: The process by which cities grow due to rural-to-urban migration.
Assembly line: A method of manufacturing where workers perform specific tasks in a linear sequence, increasing productivity.
Monopoly: When one company has exclusive control over a particular industry or product.