The Progressive Era
Explore key figures, reforms, and movements of the Progressive Era in U.S. History, focusing on social and political changes.
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The Progressive Era Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of the Progressive Era in American history.
1. What was the main goal of the Progressive Era reforms?
To expand American territory overseas
To address social and economic problems caused by industrialization
To establish a monarchy in the United States
To promote farming as the primary industry
2. Which of the following was a major issue that 'muckrakers' exposed during the Progressive Era?
The beauty of national parks
Corruption in business and government
The benefits of child labor
The success of laissez-faire economics
3. Theodore Roosevelt was known as a "trustbuster" because he worked to break up large that had too much power.
4. The movement aimed to ban the sale and consumption of alcohol in the United States.
5. Women gained the right to vote during the Progressive Era.
True
False
6. The Pure Food and Drug Act was passed to ensure that food and medicine were safe for consumption.
True
False
7. Briefly explain the role of settlement houses during the Progressive Era.