Progressive Era Key Figures
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Which amendment allowed for the direct election of Senators?

  • 19th Amendment
  • 16th Amendment
  • 18th Amendment
  • 17th Amendment (correct)

Which of the following individuals is known for exposing the corrupt practices of Boss Tweed?

  • Jacob Riis
  • Thomas Nast (correct)
  • Ida Tarbell
  • Woodrow Wilson

What was the primary focus of Upton Sinclair's work 'The Jungle'?

  • Political corruption
  • Women's suffrage
  • Immigrant life in tenements
  • The meatpacking industry (correct)

Which amendment is associated with the prohibition of alcohol?

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Who was instrumental in advocating for women's suffrage and contributed to the passing of the 19th Amendment?

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What party did Teddy Roosevelt belong to during his presidency?

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Which significant role did William Taft pursue after his presidency?

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What was Woodrow Wilson's primary goal regarding the United States' involvement in World War I?

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Which educational approach did Booker T. Washington advocate for African American equality?

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What was one of W.E.B. Du Bois's key educational philosophies?

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Muckraker

A journalist who exposed corruption and social problems in society. Their work often led to reforms.

Boss Tweed

A powerful political figure in New York City notorious for stealing from taxpayers.

Upton Sinclair

A prominent author who wrote "The Jungle", a novel exposing the horrors of the meatpacking industry.

Jacob Riis

A journalist who wrote "How the Other Half Lives" highlighting the hardships of the lower classes and immigrants in New York City.

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Ida Tarbell

An author whose book "History of Standard Oil" exposed the corrupt practices of John D. Rockefeller's oil company. Her book helped lead to the Sherman Antitrust Act.

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Who was Teddy Roosevelt?

Theodore Roosevelt, president of the United States from 1901 to 1909, is known as the 'Progressive Bull Moose'. He was a strong believer in conservation and established two important acts: the Meat Inspection Act (MIA) and the Pure Food and Drug Act (PFDA) in 1906.

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Who was William Taft?

William Howard Taft served as the 27th president of the US from 1909 to 1913. He was a strong supporter of Theodore Roosevelt, but eventually broke away due to conflicting political ideologies. He was known for his love of large tubs and later became a Supreme Court Justice, which was his true passion.

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Who was Woodrow Wilson?

Woodrow Wilson, the 28th president of the United States from 1913 to 1921, led America through World War I. He advocated for peace and neutrality, drafted the 14 points for peacekeeping after the war, and wished to create the League of Nations. However, the US ultimately decided not to join the League, returning to their isolationist policies.

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What did Booker T. Washington advocate for?

Booker T. Washington was a prominent African American activist during the Progressive Era. He believed that achieving equality for Black Americans required focus on vocational and job training to improve economic opportunities.

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What did W.E.B. Du Bois advocate for?

W.E.B. Du Bois was a leading African American civil rights activist during the Progressive Era. He advocated for equality through access to traditional college education, believing it was instrumental in challenging racial prejudice and discrimination.

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Study Notes

Progressive Era People

  • Teddy Roosevelt: Became President after McKinley's assassination, formed the Progressive Bull Moose Party, and was a conservationist.

  • William Taft: Supported by Roosevelt initially, served one term as President.

  • Woodrow Wilson: Became President, wanted neutrality during WWI, advocated for the League of Nations (US did not join), and ultimately became a Supreme Court Justice.

  • Booker T. Washington: Advocated for African American equality, promoted vocational/job training education.

  • W.E.B. Dubois: Advocated for African American equality, believed in traditional education as a method of achieving higher education.

  • Susan B. Anthony & Elizabeth Cady Stanton: Advocated for women's suffrage, contributed to the passage of the 19th Amendment (women's right to vote). Stanton also contributed to the temperance movement, leading to the 18th Amendment (prohibition).

  • Upton Sinclair: Wrote "The Jungle" exposing the meatpacking industry, influencing reforms and muckraking journalism.

Progressive Era Legislation

  • 16th Amendment: Established a federal income tax.

  • 17th Amendment: Established direct election of senators.

  • 18th Amendment: Banned alcohol (prohibition), later repealed by the 21st Amendment.

  • 19th Amendment: Granted women the right to vote (women's suffrage).

Muckrakers

  • Jacob Riis: Exposed tenement life and poverty of the lower class/immigrants.

  • Lincoln Steffens: Showed political corruption in major American cities.

  • Thomas Nast: Used political cartoons to expose Boss Tweed's corruption.

  • Boss Tweed: Corrupt New York City politician who embezzled millions.

  • Ida Tarbell: Exposed Standard Oil's monopolistic practices, contributing to the passing of the Sherman Antitrust Act.

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This quiz covers important personalities of the Progressive Era, including Presidents Teddy Roosevelt, William Taft, and Woodrow Wilson, as well as notable activists like Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Dubois. Discover their contributions and lasting impacts on American society, including women's suffrage and economic reforms.

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