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What was the purpose of the 16th Amendment?
What was established by the 17th Amendment?
Direct election of Senators
What does the 18th Amendment refer to?
Prohibition
What did the 19th Amendment achieve?
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The term for citizens introducing new legislative measures is called ______.
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What is a referendum?
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What is the purpose of a recall?
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What was the impact of Progressive Era reforms?
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Study Notes
Key Progressive Era Reforms
- 16th Amendment: Introduced income taxes aimed at generating revenue for government programs and reducing dependence on tariffs.
- 17th Amendment: Established the direct election of U.S. Senators, enhancing democratic participation.
- 18th Amendment: Enforced prohibition, making the production and sale of alcohol illegal.
- 19th Amendment: Granted women the right to vote, marking a significant advancement in civil rights and gender equality.
Citizen Empowerment Mechanisms
- Initiative: Allowed citizens to propose new legislative measures through petitions, giving them direct influence over lawmaking.
- Referendum: Enabled voters to decide on proposed public measures or laws via direct popular vote, fostering greater public participation in governance.
- Recall: Permitted removal of elected officials from office through popular vote, enhancing accountability and power of the electorate over their leaders.
Overall Impact of Progressive Era Reforms
- Promoted a more participatory democracy where citizens had a greater influence over government operations.
- Increased accountability for elected officials, leading to a government more responsive to the needs and wishes of the populace.
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Description
This quiz explores key reforms during the Progressive Era, including the 16th to 19th Amendments, and examines mechanisms for citizen empowerment like initiatives, referendums, and recalls. Test your knowledge of these critical developments that shaped modern American democracy.
