Muckrakers and Their Impact on Progressive Reform

Muckrakers and Their Impact on Progressive Reform

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Journalism, History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Patricia Brown

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Muckraking, a term coined by Teddy Roosevelt, refers to investigative journalism aimed at exposing social injustices. Despite Roosevelt's progressive stance, he criticized the style of muckraking. Key figures include Ida Tarbell, who exposed Standard Oil's monopolistic practices; Lincoln Steffens, who highlighted political corruption in American cities; and Upton Sinclair, whose book 'The Jungle' revealed the appalling conditions in the meatpacking industry. These works played a crucial role in the progressive movement, leading to reforms and legislation to address these issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What term did Teddy Roosevelt use to describe investigative journalists, and what was his opinion on their style?

Muckraking; he criticized their style

Muckraking; he admired their style

Yellow journalism; he supported their style

Yellow journalism; he disliked their style

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the focus of Ida Tarbell's book about Standard Oil?

The environmental impact of oil drilling

The personal life of John D. Rockefeller

The technological innovations in oil refining

The business practices of Standard Oil

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Ida Tarbell describe John D. Rockefeller's business tactics?

As fair and competitive

As ruthless and monopolistic

As innovative and groundbreaking

As environmentally friendly

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main subject of Lincoln Steffens' book 'Shame of the Cities'?

The rise of industrialization

Political corruption in American cities

The development of rural areas

The history of American education

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Lincoln Steffens identify as a major problem in American cities?

Lack of infrastructure

Political machines controlling cities

High unemployment rates

Poor educational systems

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What industry did Upton Sinclair expose in his book, and what was the public's main concern?

The steel industry; pollution

The textile industry; labor conditions

The meatpacking industry; food safety

The oil industry; environmental damage

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of Upton Sinclair's book on the public?

Heightened concern about food safety

Greater interest in environmental issues

Increased awareness of political corruption

More support for labor unions

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