The Progressive Era: A Worksheet
Explore the key figures, reforms, and lasting impacts of the Progressive Era in U.S. History.
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The Progressive Era: A Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. Which of the following was a primary goal of the Progressive Movement?
Promote laissez-faire economics
Address social and economic problems caused by industrialization
Expand U.S. imperialistic policies
Return to an agrarian society
2. Muckrakers were primarily known for:
Promoting big business interests
Exposing corruption and social injustices
Advocating for isolationist foreign policy
Supporting traditional gender roles
1. The 19th Amendment granted African Americans the right to vote.
True
False
2. Theodore Roosevelt was known as a 'trust-buster' during his presidency.
True
False
1. Upton Sinclair's novel, , exposed the unsanitary conditions in the meatpacking industry.
2. The Amendment established the federal income tax.
1. Explain the role of women in the Progressive Era and identify one key leader.
2. Describe how the Progressive Era addressed issues of child labor.
Match each Progressive Era figure with their significant contribution.
1. Jane Addams
a. Initiated the National Parks System
2. Theodore Roosevelt
b. Founded Hull House
3. Ida Tarbell
c. Exposed Standard Oil's monopolies
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