Progressive Era and New Deal: Social and Economic Reforms in the United States

Question 1

During the Progressive Era, what was a primary goal of reformers?

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Increase government regulation of businesses

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Enhance the power of political organizations in elections

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Limit government intervention in the economy

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Safeguard the rights of Native Americans

Question 2

What was a primary objective of the Progressive Era?

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Advancing social reforms and regulating the economy

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Expanding the influence of large corporations

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Enhancing the federal government's involvement in everyday life

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Weakening the power of labor organizations

Question 3

How did the Progressive Era and the New Deal differ in their approaches to addressing social and economic issues?

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A. The Progressive Era focused on social reforms, while the New Deal focused on economic recovery.

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B. The New Deal focused on social reforms, while the Progressive Era focused on economic recovery.

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C. Both the Progressive Era and the New Deal had similar approaches to social and economic issues.

Question 4

Which of the following are lasting impacts of the Progressive Era and the New Deal that still influence American politics, society, and the economy?

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Increased government regulation of businesses and the economy

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Establishment of a strong social safety net for the poor and disadvantaged

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Decline of the labor movement

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Elimination of political corruption

Question 5

Both the Progressive Era and the New Deal aimed to fix social and economic problems. How did their approaches to reform compare?

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Both periods expanded the role of government, but the New Deal went further.

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Both periods tried to limit government involvement.

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The Progressive Era focused on social issues, while the New Deal focused only on economic recovery.

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The Progressive Era and the New Deal had completely different approaches to solving problems.

Question 6

During the Progressive Era and the New Deal, what progress did women and minorities make in terms of rights and opportunities? Did they still face any challenges?

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Women and minorities made some gains, but they continued to face obstacles and discrimination.

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Women and minorities achieved complete equality and equal opportunities during these periods.

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The Progressive Era and the New Deal had no significant impact on the rights and opportunities of women and minorities.

Question 7

How did the Progressive Era and the New Deal aim to reduce social and economic inequality in the United States?

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Expand government's role in regulating businesses and protecting workers

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Eliminate all forms of inequality, including wealth gaps and discrimination

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Promote individual responsibility and self-reliance

Question 8

How effectively did New Deal programs address the economic crisis of the Great Depression?

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Effective in providing emergency relief but less successful in stimulating economic growth

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Highly successful in ending the Great Depression and bringing about economic recovery

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Not effective in achieving any of the goals of relief, recovery, or reform

Question 9

How did the Progressive Era and the New Deal shape the development of the modern welfare system in the United States?

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Both eras expanded the federal government's role in providing social welfare programs, like pensions and unemployment insurance.

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The Progressive Era focused on regulating businesses, while the New Deal focused on economic relief.

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The modern welfare system was mainly established during the Progressive Era, with no major changes during the New Deal.

Question 10

How did the Progressive Era and the New Deal result in an expanded role for the federal government in American society?

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Increased government oversight of businesses and industries

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Reduced number of government agencies and departments

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Limited government involvement in social welfare programs

Question 11

How did the Progressive Era and the New Deal influence the authority and impact of labor unions in the United States?

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Increased the power of labor unions by offering legal protections and promoting collective bargaining.

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Reduced the power of labor unions by passing laws that limited their activities.

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Had no effect on the strength or influence of labor unions.

Question 12

How did the Progressive Era and the New Deal change the federal government's role in the economy?

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Increased government involvement, giving it more control over economic affairs.

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Reduced government involvement, allowing businesses to operate with less government oversight.

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Shifted power from the federal government to state and local governments in economic matters.

Question 13

To what extent did Progressive Era and New Deal reforms tackle the root causes of inequality in American society?

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Reforms partially addressed inequality's root causes, but more was needed.

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Reforms fully eliminated inequality's root causes.

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Reforms had little impact on reducing inequality.

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Reforms worsened inequality by favoring the wealthy.

Question 14

Who was known as the 'Father of the New Deal'?

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Woodrow Wilson

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Warren G. Harding

Question 15

Which of these New Deal programs provided jobs for many Americans?

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The Works Progress Administration

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The Social Security Act

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The Wagner Act

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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

Question 16

The 17th Amendment, ratified during the Progressive Era, provided for:

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The direct election of U.S. senators

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The right to vote for women

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A federal income tax

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Prohibition of alcohol

Question 17

How did the Social Security Act benefit the elderly?

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It provided them with a monthly pension

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It made them ineligible for welfare

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It increased their income taxes

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It had no significant impact on their lives

Question 18

The New Deal resulted in the:

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Expansion of the federal government's role in the economy

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Reduction of the federal government's role in social welfare

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No significant change in the role of the federal government

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Shifting of power to state and local governments

Question 19

During the Progressive Era, reformers aimed to:

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Expand government regulation

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Restrict the power of government

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Protect the rights of businesses

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Limit immigration

Question 20

Which of the following presidents is closely associated with the Progressive Era?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Woodrow Wilson

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William McKinley

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Herbert Hoover

Question 21

How did the New Deal differ from the Progressive Era in terms of government's role in the economy?

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The New Deal expanded government intervention in the economy to a greater extent than the Progressive Era.

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The New Deal decreased government intervention compared to the Progressive Era.

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Government intervention remained unchanged from the Progressive Era to the New Deal.

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The Progressive Era had a more significant impact on government intervention than the New Deal.

Question 22

Which of the following was a major program launched during the New Deal?

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The Tennessee Valley Authority

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The Environmental Protection Agency

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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration

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The Department of Homeland Security

Question 23

Which criticism of the New Deal focused on its potential impact on the role of government?

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It would increase the power of the federal government.

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It would reduce individual freedom.

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It would lead to higher taxes.

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It would undermine capitalism.

Question 24

What was the primary purpose of the Social Security Act?

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To provide financial support to the elderly, unemployed, and disabled

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To create job opportunities for the unemployed

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To regulate the stock market

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To improve the quality of education

Question 25

How did the New Deal reshape the relationship between the government and the people?

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It increased the government's responsibility for the well-being of citizens.

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It decreased the influence of the government on people's lives.

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It had no significant impact on the relationship between the government and the people.

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It made the government more unpopular.

Question 26

Which major historical event directly influenced the development of the New Deal policies?

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The Great Crash of 1929

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The assassination of President John F. Kennedy

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The end of World War II

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The Spanish-American War

Question 27

Who is widely recognized as a leading figure of the Progressive Era?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Woodrow Wilson

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Herbert Hoover

Question 28

How did the New Deal impact the role of the federal government in American society?

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It expanded the government's involvement in the economy

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It reduced the government's regulatory authority

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It had no significant effect on the government's role

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It shifted the government's focus from domestic to foreign affairs

Question 29

The goal of the Progressive Era was to:

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Reform society and address issues caused by urbanization

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Promote economic growth and industrialization

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Expand American imperialism overseas

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Strengthen the role of the federal government

Question 30

Who served as president for most 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 31

Which of the following reforms was NOT enacted during the Progressive Era?

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Prohibition of alcohol

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Direct election of senators

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Women's suffrage

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Federal Reserve System

Question 32

The New Deal was primarily a response to:

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The stock market crash of 1929 and the Great Depression

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The rise of fascism in Europe

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The outbreak of World War II

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Social unrest and labor strikes

Question 33

The Social Security Act was significant because it:

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Provided financial assistance to seniors and others in need

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Established a federal jobs program for the unemployed

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Created the Securities and Exchange Commission to regulate the stock market

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Imposed tariffs on imported goods to protect American industries

Question 34

A common feature of both the Progressive Era and the New Deal was:

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Emphasis on government regulation and intervention

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Belief in laissez-faire economics and limited government

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Promotion of individualism and free market principles

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Isolationist foreign policy

Question 35

Who was the U.S. President for most of the New Deal era?

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Herbert Hoover

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Dwight D. Eisenhower

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Woodrow Wilson

Question 36

Which of the following was a significant social reform introduced during the New Deal?

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The Social Security Act

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The Federal Reserve Act

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The Wagner Act

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The Glass-Steagall Act

Question 37

Initially, how did the Supreme Court respond to the New Deal?

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Struck down the majority of New Deal programs

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Upheld the majority of New Deal programs

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Declined to rule on the constitutionality of the New Deal

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Referred the New Deal back to Congress for reconsideration

Question 38

A major impact of the New Deal on American society was:

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Expanding the size and role of government

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Creating a more equal distribution of wealth

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Weakening the power of organized labor

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Reducing the authority of the federal government

Question 39

The New Deal differed from the Progressive Era in its approach to government regulation by:

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Favoring more regulation

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Favoring less regulation

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Maintaining a similar level of regulation

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Opposing government regulation

Question 40

What was the long-term impact of New Deal programs on the US economy?

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Increased government involvement in the economy

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Eliminated poverty and unemployment

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Ended the Great Depression quickly

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Had no lasting impact on the economy

Question 41

How did the concept of 'social justice' evolve from the Progressive Era to the New Deal?

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From individual responsibility to collective responsibility

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From economic equality to political equality

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From social welfare to environmental protection

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From government regulation to deregulation

Question 42

Which economic reform during the Progressive Era aimed to dismantle large corporations and promote fair competition?

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Sherman Antitrust Act

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Pure Food and Drug Act

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Federal Reserve System

Question 43

How did Progressive Era reforms shape the current American political system?

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Increased government regulation of the economy

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Reduced government spending on public services

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Eliminated political parties

Question 44

What was a primary goal of the Progressive Era?

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Address social issues and promote equality

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Reduce government regulations on businesses

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Limit the role of the federal government

Question 45

During the Progressive Era, what was a central belief of the “social gospel” movement?

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Christian churches should prioritize addressing social issues like poverty and inequality

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Government regulation of businesses to protect the environment

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Labor unions should organize workers to advocate for better wages and working conditions

Question 46

During the Progressive Era and the New Deal, how did the government's role evolve?

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The government became more involved in regulating the economy and providing social welfare programs.

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The government's role was reduced during the Progressive Era and increased during the New Deal.

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The government played a smaller role during the New Deal than during the Progressive Era.

Question 47

How did the Progressive Era's emphasis on social welfare and corporate regulation shape the New Deal's policies?

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The Progressive Era's focus on social welfare led to New Deal programs that provided financial aid, jobs, and social security.

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The New Deal reduced Progressive Era corporate regulations to prioritize economic recovery.

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The Progressive Era had little impact on the New Deal, which marked a departure from Progressive Era ideals.

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The Progressive Era's emphasis on self-reliance influenced the New Deal's focus on temporary aid rather than long-term welfare programs.

Question 48

Who was President during the New Deal era?

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Herbert Hoover

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Herbert Hoover

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Theodore Roosevelt

Question 49

Which popular New Deal program provided jobs and wages to millions of unemployed Americans?

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The Civilian Conservation Corps

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The Securities and Exchange Commission

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The Federal Housing Administration

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The Tennessee Valley Authority

Question 50

How did the Progressive Era and the New Deal affect the role of the federal government?

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Significantly expanded its power and influence

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Reduced its power and influence

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Had little to no impact on its role

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Weakened the system of checks and balances

Question 51

What was the primary purpose of the Federal Emergency Relief Act of 1933?

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To deliver direct relief to the unemployed

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To enact banking regulations

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To institute a social insurance system

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To finance public works

Question 52

Which Supreme Court case ruled the National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA) unconstitutional?

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Schechter Poultry Corp. v. United States

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Brown v. Board of Education

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United States v. Paramount Pictures

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Miranda v. Arizona

Question 53

What significant impact did the Wagner Act have?

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It granted workers the right to form unions and bargain collectively

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It banned the employment of children

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It introduced the concept of Social Security

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It regulated the activities of the stock market

Question 54

During the Progressive Era, which of the following was a primary goal of reformers?

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Expanding government intervention to address social and economic issues

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Promoting the ideals of laissez-faire and limited government

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Weakening the influence of labor unions

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Increasing restrictions on immigration

Question 55

Who is credited with initiating the New Deal?

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Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Herbert Hoover

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Woodrow Wilson

Question 56

The Social Security Act, passed during the New Deal, aimed to provide:

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Retirement benefits to the elderly

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Universal healthcare coverage

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Subsidies for businesses

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Minimum wage guarantees

Question 57

Which Supreme Court case was a major challenge to the New Deal's constitutionality?

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Schechter Poultry Corp. v. United States

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Marbury v. Madison

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Dred Scott v. Sandford

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Gibbons v. Ogden

Question 58

During the Progressive Era, the role of government shifted towards:

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A more active and interventionist approach

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A laissez-faire and limited role

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A purely regulatory and administrative role

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A dictatorial and oppressive role

Question 59

Which of the following women played a significant role in the women's suffrage movement?

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Both Susan B. Anthony and Alice Paul

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Susan B. Anthony

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Alice Paul

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Gloria Steinem

Question 60

The Progressive Era and the New Deal are considered significant periods in American history primarily because they:

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Expanded government's role in promoting social justice and economic equality

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Led to unprecedented economic growth and prosperity

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Ended social inequality and poverty

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Increased American isolationism and foreign policy conflicts

Question 61

How did the role of women evolve during the Progressive Era and the New Deal?

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Women gained the right to vote.

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Women were excluded from government positions.

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Women had limited influence on social reforms.

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Women's societal roles remained unchanged.

Question 62

What was the **primary** motivation for the Progressive Era Reforms?

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To address social problems like poverty and corruption

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To increase the power of businesses

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To expand government control over individuals

Question 63

Which idea was a common belief during both the Progressive Era and the New Deal?

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Social justice and equality are important goals for society.

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The government should have a limited role in the economy.

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The wealthy should be taxed more than the poor.

Question 64

How did the Progressive Era's focus on social welfare and corporate regulation influence the development of New Deal policies?

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The Progressive Era's emphasis on social welfare and corporate regulation laid the groundwork for the New Deal's policies, which expanded and implemented these ideas in response to the Great Depression.

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The Progressive Era's ideas had no impact on the New Deal's policies.

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The New Deal adopted the Progressive Era's approach to social welfare but not to corporate regulation.

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The New Deal's policies were a direct continuation of the Progressive Era's reform agenda.