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Who was Upton Sinclair?
Who was Upton Sinclair?
Upton Sinclair was a famous novelist and social crusader from California known for his muckraking journalism.
What is 'The Jungle'?
What is 'The Jungle'?
'The Jungle' is a novel by Upton Sinclair published in 1906 that portrays the dangerous and unhealthy conditions in the meatpacking industry.
Who was Theodore Roosevelt?
Who was Theodore Roosevelt?
Theodore Roosevelt was the youngest U.S. president who assumed office at age 42 after the assassination of William McKinley.
What was the Square Deal?
What was the Square Deal?
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What was the purpose of the Meat Inspection Act?
What was the purpose of the Meat Inspection Act?
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What did the Pure Food and Drug Act accomplish?
What did the Pure Food and Drug Act accomplish?
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What is conservation?
What is conservation?
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What does NAACP stand for?
What does NAACP stand for?
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Study Notes
Upton Sinclair
- Renowned novelist and social reformer from California.
- Notable for pioneering "muckraking" journalism, exposing social injustices.
- Authored "The Jungle," a critical look at unsanitary practices in the meat-packing industry.
The Jungle
- Published in 1906, focuses on the hazardous and unhealthy conditions in meatpacking facilities.
- Highlighted the exploitation of workers and the lack of safety regulations.
Theodore Roosevelt
- Born October 27, 1858, in New York City; served as governor of New York before becoming U.S. Vice President.
- Assumed presidency at age 42, the youngest to do so, following the assassination of President McKinley in 1901.
- Elected for a second presidential term in 1904.
Square Deal
- A set of progressive reforms implemented by President Roosevelt.
- Aimed to safeguard the rights of the average citizen against the power of large corporations.
Meat Inspection Act
- Enacted in 1906, instituting rigorous cleanliness standards for meat processors.
- Established a federal program for the inspection of meat products, ensuring public health safety.
Pure Food and Drug Act
- Passed in 1906, designed to stop the distribution of tainted food and drugs.
- Mandated honesty in food and drug labeling, promoting consumer protection.
Conservation
- Involves strategic management of natural resources.
- Focuses on the protection of certain wilderness areas while developing others for communal benefit.
NAACP
- Founded in 1909, stands for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
- Advocates for racial equality and civil rights for African Americans.
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This quiz covers key terms related to Upton Sinclair and his influential novel 'The Jungle.' Explore the context, themes, and historical impact of the muckraking journalism that Sinclair pioneered. Test your knowledge on the significant contributions of Sinclair to American literature and social reform.
