Explore the main characteristics and context of the Gilded Age, including rapid industrialization, wealth inequality, and political corruption. Discover how large corporations such as Carnegie Steel and Standard Oil shaped the economy during this time. Discuss the experiences of immigrants, growth of labor unions, and the fight for workers' rights. Examine changing social dynamics, technological advancements, and the rise of consumerism. Lastly, explore the progressive reforms that aimed to address the problems of this era.