Progressive Era Reformers and their Impact
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What was the primary goal of the Progressive Era reformers?

  • To promote the Ku Klux Klan's ideology
  • To reduce the influence of big business (correct)
  • To restrict the power of African-Americans
  • To expand the women's right to vote

    • What was the impact of the emergence of Jim Crow laws and the Ku Klux Klan on the civil rights of African-Americans?

  • They expanded their voting rights
  • They faced increased discrimination and violence (correct)
  • They gained better access to education
  • They were granted full equality

    • What was the purpose of initiatives, referendums, and recall in the Progressive Era?

  • To give more power to state legislatures
  • To abolish the electoral college
  • To limit the power of the federal government
  • To expand the democratic process and give citizens more direct control (correct)

    • What legislation was passed as a result of the efforts of progressive reformers?

    <p>The 17th Amendment to the US Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What actions did the government take to address the issue of business trusts during the Progressive Era?

    <p>It passed the Sherman Antitrust Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

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