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What Progressive muckraker told the story of immigrants working in the meat packing industry to inspire change?
What Progressive muckraker told the story of immigrants working in the meat packing industry to inspire change?
What law was passed in 1906 to ensure accurate and truthful labeling of foods and medicines?
What law was passed in 1906 to ensure accurate and truthful labeling of foods and medicines?
Who told the artist Frederick Remington, 'You furnish the pictures and I’ll furnish the war'?
Who told the artist Frederick Remington, 'You furnish the pictures and I’ll furnish the war'?
Why was American expansion of the 1890s different from earlier expansionist movements?
Why was American expansion of the 1890s different from earlier expansionist movements?
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Who said the quote, 'By every civilized and peaceful method we must strive for the rights which the world accords to men.'?
Who said the quote, 'By every civilized and peaceful method we must strive for the rights which the world accords to men.'?
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How did the Roosevelt Corollary alter or change the Monroe Doctrine?
How did the Roosevelt Corollary alter or change the Monroe Doctrine?
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Before the canal was built, a ship traveling from San Francisco to New York City would need to travel:
Before the canal was built, a ship traveling from San Francisco to New York City would need to travel:
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Before entering Gatun Lake from the Caribbean Sea, a ship must pass through:
Before entering Gatun Lake from the Caribbean Sea, a ship must pass through:
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This late 19th century quotation best reflects which policy listed below?
This late 19th century quotation best reflects which policy listed below?
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Which amendment created a graduated federal income tax?
Which amendment created a graduated federal income tax?
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Theodore Roosevelt resigned from his position as assistant secretary of the Navy to organize:
Theodore Roosevelt resigned from his position as assistant secretary of the Navy to organize:
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Why did the U.S. increase its interests in Hawaii after the Civil War?
Why did the U.S. increase its interests in Hawaii after the Civil War?
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What does the cartoon imply about the Open Door Policy?
What does the cartoon imply about the Open Door Policy?
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To what does the door in this cartoon open?
To what does the door in this cartoon open?
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What Progressive reformer proposed the Wisconsin Idea, which advocated direct primaries, worker’s compensation, and a progressive income tax?
What Progressive reformer proposed the Wisconsin Idea, which advocated direct primaries, worker’s compensation, and a progressive income tax?
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Which constitutional amendment banned the manufacture and sale of alcohol?
Which constitutional amendment banned the manufacture and sale of alcohol?
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The graph shows the proportion of rural and urban populations of 1870 to 1900. Which factors contributed to the shift in population shown on the graph?
The graph shows the proportion of rural and urban populations of 1870 to 1900. Which factors contributed to the shift in population shown on the graph?
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What was the purpose of the Great White Fleet’s around the world cruise?
What was the purpose of the Great White Fleet’s around the world cruise?
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Study Notes
Progressive Era and Imperialism Key Facts
- Upton Sinclair, a muckraker, exposed the harsh conditions of immigrants in the meatpacking industry.
- The Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 mandated the truthful labeling of foods and medications.
- William Randolph Hearst famously told Frederick Remington, “You furnish the pictures and I’ll furnish the war,” promoting sensationalist journalism to encourage conflict.
- American expansion in the 1890s focused on creating economic and military colonies overseas, differing from previous expansionist objectives aimed at settlement.
Notable Quotes and Figures
- W.E.B. Du Bois asserted the importance of striving for rights through civilized and peaceful methods, advocating for African American rights.
- The Roosevelt Corollary modified the Monroe Doctrine by reinforcing U.S. intervention as an international police force in the Americas.
Geographic and Economic Context
- The journey from San Francisco to New York before the Panama Canal would span 18,200 miles, illustrating the need for rapid transportation routes.
- Ships entering Gatun Lake from the Caribbean Sea must pass through locks, which are crucial for canal operation.
Foreign Policy Reflections
- A late 19th-century quote emphasized America’s transition to looking outward, correlating with the imperialistic mindset of the era.
- Key policies included imperialism, emphasizing economic expansion and territorial acquisitions.
Constitutional Amendments and Reforms
- The 16th Amendment established a graduated federal income tax to address wealth disparities.
- The 18th Amendment banned the manufacture and sale of alcohol, reflecting Progressive Era reforms.
- Robert La Follette introduced the Wisconsin Idea, promoting direct primaries, worker's compensation, and a progressive income tax.
Urbanization Trends
- The population shift from rural to urban areas (1870-1900) was driven by better job opportunities in industry, contrasting with factors like housing affordability.
Military Engagement and Influence
- The Great White Fleet's global cruise was designed to project American naval power internationally, reinforcing U.S. military prestige.
Understanding Key Policies
- The Open Door Policy implied a preference for American economic interests in China, often at the expense of other nations' interests.
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Test your knowledge of the Progressive Era and Imperialism with this multiple-choice quiz. It covers important figures, legislation, and events that shaped these transformative periods in American history. Challenge yourself and see how much you really know!
