Sherman Antitrust Act

Why did the U.S. government create the Sherman Antitrust Act, and how does it help maintain fair competition in the marketplace? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the Sherman Antitrust Act. Students will analyze documents and answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.

Included in this resource:

Do Now - Sherman Antitrust Act primary source quote analysis
Understanding the Sherman Antitrust Act reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions
The Sherman Antitrust Act primary source analysis with questions
John Sherman POV
John D. Rockefeller POV
Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How has the Sherman Antitrust Act impacted American businesses and consumers since its enactment in 1890?
Answer key for teachers (suggested)
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