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Which of the following best describes the primary goal of the Progressive movement?
Which of the following best describes the primary goal of the Progressive movement?
- To focus solely on advancing rural development and agricultural reforms.
- To address issues such as urban poverty, racial inequality, and worker exploitation. (correct)
- To promote laissez-faire economic policies and reduce government intervention.
- To maintain existing social hierarchies and traditional values.
What was the main purpose of the Revenue Act of 1916?
What was the main purpose of the Revenue Act of 1916?
- To establish a national bank.
- To reduce income taxes on wealthy individuals.
- To provide economic aid to European countries
- To impose taxes on weapons manufacturers and increase income taxes for war funding. (correct)
Which event directly contributed to the United States entering World War I?
Which event directly contributed to the United States entering World War I?
- The Zimmermann Telegram. (correct)
- The signing of the Treaty of Versailles.
- The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
- The Bolshevik Revolution in Russia.
What did the Espionage Act primarily target during World War I?
What did the Espionage Act primarily target during World War I?
What was the significance of the National Defense Act?
What was the significance of the National Defense Act?
Which event was characterized by heightened racial tensions and violence in the United States during the summer of 1919?
Which event was characterized by heightened racial tensions and violence in the United States during the summer of 1919?
What was the main cause of the First Red Scare in the United States?
What was the main cause of the First Red Scare in the United States?
What was a significant consequence of the Treaty of Versailles?
What was a significant consequence of the Treaty of Versailles?
What was Theodore Roosevelt's approach to the relationship between government and big business?
What was Theodore Roosevelt's approach to the relationship between government and big business?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of warfare during World War I?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of warfare during World War I?
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Progressive Era
Progressive Era
A period of social activism and political reform in the United States that focused on addressing major societal issues, including urban poverty, racial inequality, worker exploitation, and unchecked corporate power.
Women's Suffrage
Women's Suffrage
The right for women to vote, granted by the 19th Amendment in 1920, after years of protests and advocacy by women's suffrage movements.
Settlement Houses
Settlement Houses
Settlements in poor urban areas, offering various services like education, childcare, and social support to help families.
Wilson's Fourteen Points
Wilson's Fourteen Points
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World War I (WWI)
World War I (WWI)
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Zimmermann Telegram
Zimmermann Telegram
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Espionage Act
Espionage Act
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Red Summer of 1919
Red Summer of 1919
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First Red Scare
First Red Scare
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Treaty of Versailles
Treaty of Versailles
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Study Notes
Progressive Era Reforms
- Progressive Movement aimed to address urban poverty, racial inequality, worker exploitation, and unregulated business practices.
- Women's suffrage was a key component, eventually achieved with the Nineteenth Amendment, despite initial obstacles.
- Settlement houses, such as Jane Addams' Hull House, provided charitable support and education to combat urban poverty.
- Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points, emphasizing peace, faced opposition for being overly idealistic.
- The Revenue Act of 1916 imposed taxes on weapons manufacturers and raised income taxes to fund the war.
World War I: Causes and U.S. Entry
- Key causes of World War I included the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, complex alliances (Central Powers vs. Allies), unrestricted submarine warfare, and the Zimmermann Telegram.
- The Zimmermann Telegram, a German proposal to Mexico, angered the United States substantially.
- The Espionage Act aimed to suppress dissent, notably targeting socialists like Eugene Debs.
World War I: U.S. Mobilization and Fighting
- The U.S. expanded its military through the National Defense Act. Liberty bonds were crucial in financing the war effort.
- American troops boosted Allied morale and joined decisive offensives.
- The Russian Bolshevik Revolution ended the Eastern Front fighting, giving Germany an advantage via the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk.
Post-War Issues
- The Red Summer of 1919 saw racial violence and tension arising from African American migration and economic competition.
- The First Red Scare, driven by fear of communism, led to deportations, vigilantism, and the suppression of civil liberties.
- The Treaty of Versailles imposed harsh terms on Germany, contributing to resentment and setting the stage for World War II.
Key Figures and Events
- Theodore Roosevelt expanded executive power and took action against large corporations.
- Harry T. Burn's vote was decisive in securing the Nineteenth Amendment.
- Calvin Coolidge gained recognition for his handling of the Boston Police Strike.
World War I Impact
- World War I saw significant advancements in weaponry and caused immense casualties, characterized by trench warfare.
- The Progressive movement stalled, isolationism resurfaced, and economic hardships persisted following the war.
- Wilson's vision for the League of Nations, intended to maintain international peace, was unsuccessful inside the United States Senate due to a lack of enforcement power.
Study Tips
- Key dates to memorize are 1914 (start of WWI), 1917 (U.S. entry), and 1919 (Treaty of Versailles and Red Summer).
- Important terms to understand include liberty bonds, the Espionage Act, and the Bolshevik Revolution.
- Focus on cause-and-effect relationships, particularly concerning U.S. entry into WWI, the Treaty of Versailles, and societal shifts.
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