Texas Progressive Era

Progressives had a goal of improving the quality of ___________ by passing new laws.

• Taxation

• Education

• Sleep

• Industrialization

Where people lived shifted to the _____ as industrialization took over Texas

• Suburbs

• City

• Farm

• Open-range

To prevent future damage in Galveston a thirteen-foot ________ was built around the city.

• fence

• Sea-wall

• border

How did rapid industrialization change Texas during the early 20th century?

• City populations expanded

• There were not enough jobs

• Many people bought farms

• People moved to California

Worker organization for higher wages, better conditions, benefits and pressure on government

• Labor Unions

• Stewardship

• Monopolies

• Trusts

Who did the big businesses hire to spy on and intimidate unions

• The Police

• The Pinkberry

• The Pinkertons

• The US Army

What was a primary focus of the Progressive Era reforms in Texas?

• A) Expanding the railroad system

• B) Improving public health

• C) Increasing agricultural production

• D) Promoting space exploration

Which amendment, passed during the Progressive Era, granted women the right to vote in Texas?

• A) 15th Amendment

• B) 18th Amendment

• C) 19th Amendment

• D) 21st Amendment

Who was a notable Texas governor during the Progressive Era known for advocating reforms?

• A) James Hogg

• B) Sam Houston

• C) Ann Richards

• D) Rick Perry

What was the purpose of the Texas Anti-Trust Laws during the Progressive Era?

• A) To promote monopolies

• B) To regulate oil production

• C) To break up large corporations

• D) To support small businesses