There have been a number of legislations passed in the United States in order to counter the activity and formation of monopolies/trusts. Among them, the Sherman act of 1890 and the Clayton act of 1914.

1- Briefly describe the historical context of these two legislations and wheter they were successful in achieving their intended objectives or not.

2- Find two examples where either one of these two laws were enforced.

3- What is your overall conclusion about their effectiveness?