US Chapter 7 Vocab (Progressvie)

Republican president, 1909-1912, elected with Roosevelt’s endorsement.

it brought 40 existing parks and monuments under federal protection.

Senators elected directly by the people instead of being chosen by state legislatures.

Social movement spearheaded by Protestant clergymen. Called for social reform.

Father of modern Forest Service, he championed the concept of “rational use” as management pol.

wrote “The Jungle” in 1906. The book described the unsanitary practices of the meatpacking.

Movement in art and literature that became popular in late 19^th century

The most eminent woman in the muckraking movement.

Women who fought for women’s right to vote.

established industry 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks to serve as “banker’s banks”.

Political Party other than Democratic or Republican Party.

Promise made by Roosevelt to Americans, launched new laws to protect consumer health.

Democratic president, 1913-1921, promised America a “New Freedom”

Flourished in 1900-1920, seeking reform. Mainly educated members of middle class.

Writer’s who raked up the “muck” or dirt of American life.