1. What Industrial Philosophies led Robber Barons to be so ruthless? Students will be able to define: Philosophies Ruthless Social Darwinism What Industrial Philosophies led Robber Barons to be so ruthless?

2. Independent Activity Read the 2 documents about Laissez-Faire economics and Social Darwinism and answer the questions that follow. What Industrial Philosophies led Robber Barons to be so ruthless? What is Social Darwinism? Do you think it is fair? Why or why not? What is Social Darwinism? Do you think it is fair? Why or why not?

3. Carnegie’s Gospel of Wealth Let’s read this article together and answer the questions as a class. What Industrial Philosophies led Robber Barons to be so ruthless?

4. Summary What Industrial Philosophies led Robber Barons to be so ruthless? Why did Robber Barons become so ruthless? How do you think the people will respond? Why did Robber Barons become so ruthless? How do you think the people will respond?