The Progressive Era Worksheet
An 8th-grade social studies worksheet covering key figures, reforms, and events of the Progressive Era in U.S. History.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
1. Which of the following was a primary goal of the Progressive Movement?
To promote imperialism and overseas expansion.
To address social and economic problems caused by industrialization.
To restore the power of monarchies in Europe.
To encourage agricultural growth over industrialization.
2. Muckrakers were journalists who:
Wrote stories praising big business leaders.
Exposed corruption and social injustices.
Focused on entertainment news.
Reported exclusively on international affairs.
3. The Amendment granted women the right to vote.
4. Theodore Roosevelt was known for his efforts in conservation.
5. The Pure Food and Drug Act and the Meat Inspection Act were passed as a direct result of public outcry caused by Upton Sinclair's novel, .
6. The Progressive Era focused on increasing government regulation of businesses.
True
False
7. Child labor was completely eliminated during the Progressive Era.
True
False
8. Name two significant social problems that Progressives aimed to reform.
9. Explain the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act and how it related to the Progressive Era.
Match each Progressive Era figure with their notable contribution.
10. Ida Tarbell
a. Advocated for women's suffrage
11. Susan B. Anthony
b. Exposed the unfair practices of Standard Oil
12. Jacob Riis
c. Photographed urban poverty