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

Question 1

How did social and economic disparities fuel the rise of the Progressive Era in the United States?

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They widened divisions within society.

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They only impacted the wealthy.

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They were solely caused by political corruption.

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They had little influence on the Progressive Era.

Question 2

Which of the following was a major impetus for the rise of labor unions during the Progressive Era?

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The concentration of wealth in the hands of industrialists

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The influx of cheap labor due to immigration

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The decline of small-scale farming and rural livelihoods

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The increasing political power of the middle class

Question 3

A central objective of the conservation movement during the Progressive Era was to:

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Protect natural resources from exploitation and degradation

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Promote economic growth through industrial expansion

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Improve urban sanitation and living conditions

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Increase access to education and healthcare

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The Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 was primarily motivated by:

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Concerns over the safety and purity of food and drug products

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The desire to curb the growth of large corporations

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Efforts to strengthen labor unions and protect workers' rights

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A need to address the spread of infectious diseases

Question 5

The Progressive Era was characterized by a focus on:

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Social and political change and reform

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Economic growth and industrial expansion

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Foreign policy and territorial acquisition

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Technological advancements and scientific discoveries

Question 6

Which of the following is not considered a major reform implemented during the Progressive Era?

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Abolition of the electoral college and introduction of popular vote for presidential elections

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Expansion of the civil service and merit-based appointments

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Establishment of the Federal Reserve System to stabilize the economy

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Prohibition of alcohol consumption and production

Question 7

The Progressive Era is often described as a period of:

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Optimism, idealism, and a belief in progress

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Cynicism, disillusionment, and a decline in societal values

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Conservatism, traditionalism, and a resistance to change

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Revolution, upheaval, and a rejection of established norms

Question 8

Who was a key figure in the Progressive Era labor movement?

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Samuel Gompers

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Woodrow Wilson

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Jane Addams

Question 9

What primary goal did the women's suffrage movement pursue during the Progressive Era?

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To secure voting rights for women

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To reform the prison system

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To establish a federal minimum wage

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To create a national park system

Question 10

Which notable achievement can be attributed to the conservation movement during the Progressive Era?

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The establishment of the National Park Service

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The creation of the Federal Reserve System

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The passage of the Sherman Antitrust Act

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The adoption of the 17th Amendment

Question 11

Identify a major factor that contributed to the emergence of Progressivism in the United States.

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Rapid urbanization and industrialization

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The outbreak of World War I

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The rise of the Populist Party

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The assassination of President McKinley

Question 12

Which principle formed a core belief of the Progressive Era?

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Government regulation of the economy

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Laissez-faire capitalism

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Social Darwinism

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Imperialism

Question 13

Identify a defining characteristic of the Progressive Era.

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Belief in progress and the power of reason

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Mistrust of government and big business

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Preference for traditional values and institutions

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Emphasis on individual rights and freedoms

Question 14

In what way did the Progressive Era influence the status of women in American society?

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Expansion of educational and employment opportunities for women

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Reinforcement of traditional gender roles and expectations

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No significant impact on women's lives

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Reduction in women's property rights

Question 15

Who led the American Federation of Labor, a key labor organization?

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Samuel Gompers

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Eugene Debs

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Emma Goldman

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Mother Jones

Question 16

The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution secured women's right to:

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Vote

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Hold elected office

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Own property independently

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Serve on juries

Question 17

The Muckrakers were a group of journalists who:

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Exposed corruption and social issues

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Advocated for corporate interests

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Supported women's suffrage

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Promoted labor unions

Question 18

Which factor played a significant role in the rise of labor unions during the Progressive Era?

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Rapid industrialization and urbanization

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Decline in agricultural employment

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Government support

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Increased immigration from Europe

Question 19

Which goal was NOT part of the Progressive Era conservation movement?

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Deregulating industries

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Protecting natural resources

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Promoting economic development

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Improving public health

Question 20

The Progressive Era is characterized by:

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Reform and social change

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Economic development and growth

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Political stability and conservatism

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Military expansion and imperialism

Question 21

How did rapid industrialization and urbanization contribute to the rise of the Progressive Era?

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Increased wealth inequality

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Improved living conditions

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Expansion of education

Question 22

Which of the following was a non-progressive social reform of the Progressive Era?

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Prohibition of alcohol consumption

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Enactment of the Pure Food and Drug Act

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Expansion of public education opportunities

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Ratification of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote

Question 23

Which of the following was a central objective of the Progressive Era?

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To initiate widespread social and political reforms

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To expand American territory overseas

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To encourage rapid industrial growth without regulations

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To increase the autonomy of state governments

Question 24

Who was a prominent leader of the labor movement during the Progressive Era?

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Samuel Gompers

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Theodore Roosevelt

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William Jennings Bryan

Question 25

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

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19th Amendment

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18th Amendment

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15th Amendment

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17th Amendment

Question 26

Which of the following was a significant focus of the conservation movement during the Progressive Era?

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Protection and preservation of natural resources

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Advocacy for Native American rights

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Promotion of social welfare programs

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Expansion of government regulation of businesses

Question 27

Who is credited with popularizing the term 'muckraker' to describe journalists who exposed corruption?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Ida Tarbell

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Jacob Riis

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Upton Sinclair

Question 28

Which of the following acts was a landmark reform that addressed the issue of child labor during the Progressive Era?

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Keating-Owen Child Labor Act of 1916

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Clayton Antitrust Act

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Federal Reserve Act

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Sherman Antitrust Act

Question 29

Which characteristic was central to the Progressive Era?

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Expansion of government intervention in various sectors

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Minimal social welfare programs

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Isolationist foreign policy

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Laissez-faire economic approach

Question 30

Which President's presidency is often associated with the term 'Square Deal'?

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Woodrow Wilson

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Warren G. Harding

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William Howard Taft

Question 31

Which of the following factors played a major role in the emergence of the Progressive Era?

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Growing social and economic disparities

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Foreign military conflicts

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Rapid technological advancements

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Frequent natural disasters

Question 32

Which organization was at the forefront of advocating for labor reforms during the Progressive Era?

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American Federation of Labor (AFL)

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National Consumers League

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Sierra Club

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National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

Question 33

Which of the following was a major social issue addressed by Progressives during the Progressive Era in the United States?

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Women's suffrage

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Civil rights for African Americans

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Abolition of slavery

Question 34

Who was a key figure leading the labor movement during the Progressive Era in the United States?

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Samuel Gompers

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Jane Addams

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Theodore Roosevelt

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Susan B. Anthony

Question 35

Which factor was a significant underlying cause of the Progressive Era in the United States?

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Rapid urbanization and industrialization

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Natural disasters

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Foreign wars

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Political corruption

Question 36

Who was a leading figure in the women's suffrage movement during the Progressive Era in the United States?

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Alice Paul

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Jane Addams

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Florence Kelley

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Ida B. Wells

Question 37

Which of the following was a major social problem that Progressives sought to address during the Progressive Era in the United States?

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Exploitation of child labor

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Drug addiction

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Homelessness

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Teenage pregnancy

Question 38

Who was a prominent leader of the women's suffrage movement during the Progressive Era?

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Susan B. Anthony

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Florence Kelley

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Jane Addams

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Ida Tarbell

Question 39

What was a major factor that contributed to the rise of labor unions during the Progressive Era?

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Industrialization and urbanization

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Government intervention

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Technological advancements

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Immigration

Question 40

Which of the following was a key accomplishment of the conservation movement during the Progressive Era?

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Establishment of national parks and forests

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Implementation of recycling programs

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Protection of endangered species

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Regulation of air pollution

Question 41

What was the main goal of the muckraking journalists of the Progressive Era?

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To expose corruption and social problems

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To promote progressive ideals

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To support political candidates

Question 42

Which of the following was a significant event that marked the end of the Progressive Era?

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World War I

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The Cold War

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The New Deal

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The Great Depression

Question 43

Who was the 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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Woodrow Wilson

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William McKinley

Question 44

What was the significance of the Seventeenth Amendment, adopted during the Progressive Era?

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Established the direct election of U.S. senators by the people

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Granted women the right to vote

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Abolished the Electoral College system

Question 45

**The Progressive Era reformers primarily sought to:**

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Advance social justice and economic equality

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Strengthen traditional political structures

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Suppress the labor movement

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Expand American imperialism

Question 46

**The aftermath of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire saw a:**

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Surge in awareness of hazardous working conditions

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Enactment of comprehensive child labor laws

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Decline in labor union activity

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Reduction in government oversight of businesses

Question 47

**A prominent leader of the women's suffrage movement in the Progressive Era was:**

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Susan B. Anthony

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Margaret Sanger

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Florence Kelley

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Jane Addams

Question 48

**During the Progressive Era, there was a notable increase in societal influence wielded by:**

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Experts and scientists

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Religious figures

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Industrialists

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Political bosses

Question 49

**A central concept underpinning the Progressive Era was that of:**

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Social efficiency

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Manifest Destiny

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Rugged individualism

Question 50

**The conservation movement during the Progressive Era was chiefly concerned with:**

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Preserving natural resources

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Fostering economic growth

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Suppressing labor unrest

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Expanding American territories

Question 51

**The muckrakers played a significant role as:**

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Investigative journalists

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Advocates for political reform

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Leaders of labor unions

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Women's rights activists

Question 52

**A significant impact of the Progressive Era on American society was:**

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Increased government regulation

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Heightened political corruption

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Weakening of labor unions

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Reduced social disparities