The Progressive Era

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These were journalists who wrote book and articles that exposed corruption in business and government:

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Muckrakers

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This U.S. president made significant contributions to breaking up big business during the Progressive Era:

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Why did the Progressive Era grow in the United States?

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because of the negative impact of industrialization

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Those who wanted to make economic reform may have been concerned about which issue? Options: the influence of monopolies and trusts, eliminating political machines/bosses, conservation of natural resources, ending racial discrimination

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the influence of monopolies and trusts

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What does the power of referendum give voters the right to do?

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to approve or reject a law (especially one that imposes taxes)

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The goals of muckraking journalists were to

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describe and illustrate the problems within American society.

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Which amendment number created a national income tax during the Progressive Era? Options: 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th

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16th

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During the Progressive Era, new amendments were added to the U.S. Constitution. Which amendment number allowed citizens to directly elect senators?

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17th

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Who was responsible for informing the public of the appalling working conditions of meat packing plants with the book "The Jungle?"

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Upton Sinclair

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Who outlined the Progressive reforms of the American public and gave his presidential campaign the name "Square Deal?"

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Theodore Roosevelt