Reform Movements of the Progressive Era

The Progressive Era was a time of significant social and political reform in the United States, driven by reformers known as progressives. Muckrakers like Ida Tarbell and Upton Sinclair exposed corruption and unsafe practices, leading to reforms in industries such as meatpacking. Women played a crucial role in advocating for social change, including suffrage and labor rights. Despite these advances, African Americans were largely excluded from reforms, facing segregation under Jim Crow laws. The era also saw political reforms like the 17th Amendment and conservation efforts led by figures like Theodore Roosevelt.

What was the primary goal of muckrakers during the Progressive Era?

• To support political candidates

• To expose corruption and societal issues

• To advocate for war

• To promote industrial growth

Which book by Upton Sinclair exposed the conditions in the meatpacking industry?

• The Jungle

• The History of Standard Oil

• Silent Spring

• How the Other Half Lives

What was the main outcome of Upton Sinclair's 'The Jungle'?

• Reforms in the meatpacking industry

• Decline in meat consumption

• Rise of socialism

• Increased immigration

What did Ida Tarbell's investigative journalism focus on?

• Urban poverty

• Women's suffrage

• The meatpacking industry

• Standard Oil's business practices

How did Ida Tarbell gather information for her articles on Standard Oil?

• By working undercover

• By examining public records and interviewing former executives

• By interviewing Rockefeller

• By conducting surveys

What was Jacob Riis's contribution to the Progressive Era?

• Investigating Standard Oil

• Exposing the meatpacking industry

• Advocating for women's suffrage

• Documenting urban poverty and poor living conditions

What was the impact of Jacob Riis's work 'How the Other Half Lives'?

• Creation of the FDA

• Reforms in urban housing and sanitation

• Introduction of women's suffrage

• End of child labor

Who founded Hull House in Chicago?

• Jane Addams

• Ida Tarbell

• Jacob Riis

• Upton Sinclair

What was the purpose of Jim Crow laws?

• To promote industrial growth

• To separate whites and African Americans

• To improve public education

• To support women's suffrage

Which amendment allowed for the direct election of U.S. Senators?

• 16th Amendment

• 17th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 18th Amendment