The Progressive Era: A Time of Social, Political, and Economic Reforms

Question 1

Which of the following was NOT a significant goal of the Progressive movement?

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Reducing government authority

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Protecting the environment

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Improving working conditions

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Expanding access to education

Question 2

What is the name of the federal agency that was created to regulate food and drugs?

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

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Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Question 3

Which muckraking journalist wrote about the unsanitary conditions in the meatpacking industry?

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Upton Sinclair

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Ida Tarbell

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Lincoln Steffens

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Ray Stannard Baker

Question 4

Which Progressive reformer is known for advocating for child labor laws?

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Florence Kelley

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Jane Addams

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Lillian Wald

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Alice Paul

Question 5

What was the main goal of the Meat Inspection Act?

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To improve the safety and quality of meat products

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To prevent the spread of animal diseases

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To protect workers in the meatpacking industry

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To promote competition in the meat industry

Question 6

What is the belief that the government should actively work to solve social issues called?

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Progressivism

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Social Darwinism

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Laissez-faire

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Socialism

Question 7

Which Progressive Era law aimed to protect workers from unsafe conditions?

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Meat Inspection Act

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Clayton Antitrust Act

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Pure Food and Drug Act

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Federal Trade Commission Act

Question 8

The Progressive Era concept of the 'muckrakers' refers to:

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Investigative journalists who exposed corruption

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Politicians who supported reforms

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Business owners who exploited workers

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Social activists who fought for equality

Question 9

The 'Jim Crow' laws of the Progressive Era reflected which of the following?

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Segregation and discrimination

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Support for African American civil rights

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Progressive ideals of social equality

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Increased opportunities for African Americans in politics

Question 10

Which constitutional amendment granted women the right to vote in the United States?

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19th Amendment

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13th Amendment

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14th Amendment

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15th Amendment

Question 11

Which event sparked public outrage and highlighted the need for stronger government regulations in the Progressive Era?

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The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

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The Pure Food and Drug Act

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The Meat Inspection Act

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The Hepburn Act

Question 12

Which provision was included in the Pure Food and Drug Act, a law passed during the Progressive Era?

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Food and drug labels had to be clear and accurate.

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Children were banned from working in food and drug factories.

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A national park system was created to protect nature.

Question 13

Which of the following best captures the overall aim of the Progressive Era reforms?

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Expand individual freedoms and opportunities

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Reduce government intervention in the economy

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Preserve traditional values and institutions

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Limit the influence of corporations

Question 14

Which of the following environmental initiatives was a direct result of Progressive Era activism?

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The establishment of the National Park System

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The passage of the Clean Air Act

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The regulation of water pollution

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The creation of the Environmental Protection Agency

Question 15

Which of the following statements best describes the approach of Progressive Era reformers?

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They advocated for strong government regulation and social welfare programs

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They believed in limited government intervention and individual responsibility

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They sought to return society to traditional values and institutions

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They opposed any changes to the existing economic and social order

Question 16

Which of the following was the primary demand of the women's suffrage movement during the Progressive Era?

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The right to vote

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Equal pay for equal work

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Access to higher education

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The abolition of child labor

Question 17

What was the main goal of the Progressive Era labor reforms?

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To enhance working conditions and wages

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To increase immigration and the labor supply

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To decrease the influence of unions

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To limit foreign competition

Question 18

Which of the following environmental protection measures was initiated during the Progressive Era?

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The establishment of national parks

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Environmental regulations

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The promotion of renewable energy sources

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The ban on hunting endangered species

Question 19

Which of the following was a major political reform introduced during the Progressive Era?

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Direct primary elections

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The establishment of the Federal Reserve System

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The prohibition of alcohol

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The abolition of slavery

Question 20

What was the primary purpose of the Pure Food and Drug Act?

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To protect the health of consumers from unsafe food and drugs

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To regulate the pharmaceutical industry

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To promote healthy eating habits

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To prevent the spread of infectious diseases

Question 21

How did the Progressive Era address immigration?

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It restricted immigration from specific countries

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It encouraged unrestricted immigration

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It provided support and resources for immigrants

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It had no official policy on immigration

Question 22

Who was a prominent Progressive leader?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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William Jennings Bryan

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Andrew Carnegie

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J.P. Morgan

Question 23

Who was a prominent figure in the fight for women's suffrage?

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Susan B. Anthony

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Jane Addams

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Ida B. Wells

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Mother Jones

Question 24

Which legislation aimed to restrict the use of child labor?

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Child Labor Act

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Pure Food and Drug Act

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Meat Inspection Act

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Sherman Antitrust Act

Question 25

What was the main significance of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire?

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It led to demands for improved working conditions

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It highlighted the need for fire safety regulations

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It sparked a wave of labor strikes

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It had no significant impact

Question 26

Which movement focused on promoting social welfare and improving the lives of the poor in urban areas?

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Social Gospel Movement

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Progressive Movement

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Conservation Movement

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Labor Movement

Question 27

Who was the President who served during the majority of the Progressive Era?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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William Howard Taft

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Woodrow Wilson

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Warren G. Harding

Question 28

Which of these was a central principle of the Progressive Era?

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The government should play an active role in society

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Individuals are solely responsible for their own well-being

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The free market should operate without government interference

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The existing social order should be maintained

Question 29

What was the primary goal of the Pure Food and Drug Act?

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To ensure the safety and purity of food and drugs

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To prevent monopolies in the food and drug industries

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To promote healthy eating habits

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To regulate the use of new technologies in food production

Question 30

How did Progressive Era reformers primarily address the problems caused by industrialization?

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A combination of these methods

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Government regulation

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Social welfare programs

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Labor unionization

Question 31

What is the most accurate summary of the long-term impact of the Progressive Era?

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The Progressive Era brought about numerous reforms, but also had some negative outcomes.

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The Progressive Era's reforms had only positive long-term effects.

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The Progressive Era's impact was mostly negative, with few lasting benefits.

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The full impact of the Progressive Era is still being debated.

Question 32

During the Progressive Era, despite efforts to promote social justice, racial inequality and discrimination remained prevalent. What was a major factor contributing to this situation?

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Racial prejudice and discriminatory practices were deeply ingrained in society.

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Progressive reforms did not prioritize addressing racial issues.

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Government policies actively enforced racial segregation and discrimination.

Question 33

During the Progressive Era, how did reformers view education, and what major changes did they make?

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They believed education should be more practical, preparing students for jobs.

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They wanted education to be available to all children, regardless of background.

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They thought education should be less challenging and focus on memorization.

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They believed education was unimportant and should be reduced.

Question 34

Which progressive president is remembered for promoting conservation and protecting the environment?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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William Howard Taft

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Woodrow Wilson

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

Question 35

What was a main goal of the Federal Reserve Act of 1913?

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To regulate the banking system

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To establish a national currency

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To provide financial assistance to farmers

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To promote industrial growth

Question 36

Which progressive reform allowed citizens to have more involvement in nominating candidates and reduce political corruption?

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Direct primary

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Secret ballot

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Civil service reform

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Progressive income tax

Question 37

Who was the leader of the Progressive Party, which challenged the major political parties during the 1912 election?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Woodrow Wilson

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William Jennings Bryan

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Eugene V. Debs

Question 38

Which social issue was a major concern and led to the passage of the Harrison Narcotics Tax Act?

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Drug addiction

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Alcoholism

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Gambling

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Prostitution

Question 39

What was the primary purpose of the Pure Food and Drug Act?

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To ensure the safety of food and drugs

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To encourage the use of natural remedies

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To control the advertisement of medicines

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To prohibit the sale of alcohol

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Progressive Era?

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Decline in scientific and technological advancements

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Increased government regulation

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Emphasized individual rights and freedoms

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Rise of consumerism and mass culture

Question 41

What was the main goal of the Progressive Era reformers?

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Advance social equality, economic fairness, and democratic participation

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Expand the power of big businesses

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Limit the rights of immigrants

Question 42

**Which of the following was a central goal of the Progressive Era?**

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Expanding access to education, healthcare, and worker protections

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Weakening labor unions

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Reducing government regulation

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Restricting immigration and civil liberties

Question 43

**Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote?**

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19th Amendment

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17th Amendment

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26th Amendment

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15th Amendment

Question 44

**Which conservationist was influential in establishing national parks and protecting the environment during the Progressive Era?**

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John Muir

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Thomas Edison

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Andrew Carnegie

Question 45

**What was a major impact of the Meat Inspection Act of 1906?**

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It improved food safety and sanitation standards

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It banned the use of preservatives in meat

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It eliminated all meat consumption

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It raised the prices of meat significantly

Question 46

**Who served as President of the United States during the majority of the Progressive Era?**

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Theodore Roosevelt

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William Howard Taft

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Warren G. Harding

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Woodrow Wilson

Question 47

**What was a key provision of the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906?**

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Required accurate labeling of food and drug products

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Outlawed the sale of alcohol

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Banned the use of artificial sweeteners

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Established a national healthcare system

Question 48

**What were some of the lasting impacts of the Progressive Era on American society?**

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Increased government regulation, expanded social welfare programs, and advancements in labor rights and environmental protection

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A decrease in the influence of big business

Question 49

Which muckraker is famous for exposing the unsanitary conditions in the meatpacking industry in his book, *The Jungle*?

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Upton Sinclair

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Ida Tarbell

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Jacob Riis

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Lincoln Steffens

Question 50

The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution gave women which right?

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The right to vote

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The right to work in any profession

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The right to hold public office

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The right to own property

Question 51

Which of these reforms happened BEFORE the Progressive Era?

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The abolition of slavery

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The establishment of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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The passage of the 16th Amendment (income tax)

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The creation of national parks

Question 52

What did people who believed in the Progressive movement want to do?

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Use the government to fix social and economic problems

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Give more power to big businesses

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Keep things the way they were

Question 53

How did the Progressive Era change the lives of regular Americans?

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It made jobs safer, protected consumers, and helped people in need.

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It made life worse for most Americans.

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It didn't really change the lives of most Americans.

Question 54

How did the media play a role in the Progressive Era?

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It exposed unfair situations and encouraged people to demand change.

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It fought against the Progressive Movement and its goals.

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It mostly focused on entertainment and ignored social problems.

Question 55

Settlement houses, like Hull House, tried to help which group?

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Poor immigrants living in cities

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Workers being mistreated in factories

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People worried about the dangers of factories

Question 56

Who was a famous leader in the fight for women's right to vote?

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Susan B. Anthony

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Jane Addams

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Booker T. Washington

Question 57

During the Progressive Era, the government started to regulate businesses more. What's an example of this?

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The creation of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

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Getting rid of taxes on things from other countries

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Letting businesses do whatever they wanted without rules

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Allowing banks to do whatever they wanted