The Progressive Era is defined as a historical era because the time period is characterized by—

Changing ideas about the functions of U.S. government

Based on the chart, which best describes the relationship between federal govt and business?

Federal govt. took part in regulating business practices.

The "separate but equal" doctrine established in Plessy v. Ferguson upheld the legality of --

racial segregation in public facilities

One way in which Ida Tarbell, Upton Sinclair, and Jacob Riis were similar is that each wanted to --

expose economic and social abuses

Political change in the Progressive Era was characterized by the expansion of —

Individual rights for more Americans.

In response to public concern over issues raised by Upton Sinclair's The Jungle, the federal government grew its role in

taking responsibility for the safety of consumers

In the Progressive Era, President Roosevelt, Taft, and Wilson broke policies of late 19th century presidents concerning

Laissez-faire economic practices

Which of these contributed to the ratification of the 18th Amendment?

The growing political influence of women.

President Theodore Roosevelt earned a reputation as a trustbuster because he

Used court action to break up monopolies

W.E.B. DuBois and other prominent Progressive leaders founded the—

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

Which list of Progressive Era presidents is in the correct chronological order?

1) Teddy Roosevelt 2) Howard Taft 3) Woodrow Wilson

As a result of the Progressive Era reforms listed —

Citizens became more involved in the election process

The issue addressed in this political cartoon was later settled by --

The radication of the 19th Amendment

What was the likely topic discussion between these men, Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir?

Designating additional land as national parks

How did the introduction of electricity affect the workplace in the U.S.?

Factories were able to open late into the night.

Why did the Populist Party want free coinage of silver?

To increase amount of money in circulation

Which caption best replaces the question mark in this photograph?

Come in and Learn why Women ought to Vote

A student is writing about W.E.B Debois and US race relations. Which fact would be most relevant to the student's paper?

The NAACP was organized to help secure full equality for minorities

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1
The Progressive Era is defined as a historical era because the time period is characterized by—
Changing ideas about the functions of U.S. government
Growing support for overseas expansion
Shrinking of the U.S. industrial economy
Shifting attitudes about civil rights for minorities
2
Based on the chart, which best describes the relationship between federal govt and business?
Federal govt passed laws improving working conditions.
Federal govt. took part in regulating business practices.
Federal govt. gave funding to move food companies overseas.
Federal govt. created mandated protections for businesses.
3
Which book was responsible for prompting the investigation illustrated in this political cartoon?
"The Jungle" by Upton Sinclair
"Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling
"The Octopus" by Frank Norris
"How the Other Half Lives" by Jacob Riis
4
The "separate but equal" doctrine established in Plessy v. Ferguson upheld the legality of --
Women's suffrage in state elections
the activities of hate groups
restrictions on voting rights of African Americans
racial segregation in public facilities
5
One way in which Ida Tarbell, Upton Sinclair, and Jacob Riis were similar is that each wanted to --
Control illegal immigration
expose economic and social abuses
limit government regulation
End racial discrimination
6
These achievements illustrate Ida B. Well's contributions as --
An artist of the Harlem Renaissance
An advocate of equality
A religious leaders
A supporter of Prohibition
7
Political change in the Progressive Era was characterized by the expansion of —
Power for the executive branch.
Civil rights for Latinos
Facebook bans
Individual rights for more Americans.
8
In response to public concern over issues raised by Upton Sinclair's The Jungle, the federal government grew its role in
Setting limits on private industrial growth
Working with labor unions to raise salaries
taking responsibility for the safety of consumers
creating large blocks of government cheese
9
In the Progressive Era, President Roosevelt, Taft, and Wilson broke policies of late 19th century presidents concerning
Federal ownership of railroads
Colonial expansion
Civil rights for African Americans
Laissez-faire economic practices
10
Which of these contributed to the ratification of the 18th Amendment?
A growing number of people that wanted to add alcohol to Taco Tuesday.
Politicians campaigning for education reform.
The growing political influence of women.
Veteran soldiers protesting to obtain benefits
11
President Theodore Roosevelt earned a reputation as a trustbuster because he
sided with labor unions against big business
Knew how to capture ghosts
Favored conservation of natural resources
Used court action to break up monopolies
12
W.E.B. DuBois and other prominent Progressive leaders founded the—
United Negro Alliance
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
League of United African American Voters
Freedman's Journal
13
Which list of Progressive Era presidents is in the correct chronological order?
1) Woodrow Wilson 2) Teddy Roosevelt 3) Howard Taft
1) Howard Taft 2) Woodrow Wilson 3) Teddy Roosevelt
1) Teddy Roosevelt 2) Howard Taft 3) Woodrow Wilson
1) George Wilson 2) Howard Lincoln 3) Teddy Kardashian
14
Public response to revelations such as below led to the establishment of regulations that would be enforced by the--
Department of Commerce
Xavier's Institute for Gifted Children
Food and Drug Administration
Centers for Disease Control
15
As a result of the Progressive Era reforms listed —
The first presidential order was passed as Taco Tuesday was put into law.
Political bosses gained greater control over local elections
Citizens became more involved in the election process
Corporate leaders began campaigning for elected office
16
The issue addressed in this political cartoon was later settled by --
The radication of the 19th Amendment
The creation of the temperance society
Outlawing big hats
The repeal of the 18th Amendment
17
What was the likely topic discussion between these men, Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir?
Limiting the power of major railroad companies
Designating additional land as national parks
Creating alternative maritime shipping routes
Get their IG follower count up higher
18
How did the introduction of electricity affect the workplace in the U.S.?
Cottage industries expanded into more homes.
Businesses relocated to suburban areas.
People shock themselves putting things into outlets.
Factories were able to open late into the night.
19
Why did the Populist Party want free coinage of silver?
To reduce economic inflation
To raise campaign contribution limits
To complete their coin collection
To increase amount of money in circulation
20
Which caption best replaces the question mark in this photograph?
Hit this question block (with your head) for free gold coins.
Demand the Direct Election of senators
Lower the voting age to Eighteen
Come in and Learn why Women ought to Vote
21
A student is writing about W.E.B Debois and US race relations. Which fact would be most relevant to the student's paper?
The Civil Rights Act of 1968 outlawed discrimination in housing.
The NAACP was organized to help secure full equality for minorities
The Selma-Montgomery protest marches
The March on Washington helped nationwide support for civil rights

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