Role of Women in Social Reform
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What role did investigative journalists play in raising public awareness?

  • They ignored social problems.
  • They focused solely on economic issues.
  • They were known for writing fictional stories.
  • They became prominent voices in raising public awareness of social ills. (correct)
  • What were some of the reforms pushed by women's organizations?

    Gender equality, prison reform, public kindergartens, and health and safety measures in the workplace.

    Who was known as a prominent muckraker?

  • Jane Addams
  • Florence Nightingale
  • Theodore Roosevelt
  • Jacob Riis (correct)
  • Women played no role in advocating for voting rights.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did individuals in professional and specialized roles demand?

    <p>Professionalization or systematic licensing for their jobs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Labor unions began using ______ and boycotts to draw attention to their demands.

    <p>strikes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the long-term impact of the Progressive Era on American life?

    <p>Established the idea that government can take action to help solve problems in society and the economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Theodore Roosevelt believed that strong corporations needed no regulation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issues did the Progressive Movement address?

    <p>Female suffrage and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Investigative Journalists

    • Investigative journalists emerged as powerful advocates for social reform, shedding light on societal issues.
    • Known as "muckrakers," journalists like Jacob Riis revealed poor health conditions and corruption, influencing reform legislation at state and national levels.

    Role of Women

    • Women organized groups to advocate for gender equality, prison reform, public kindergartens, daycare for working mothers, and support for vulnerable children.
    • Women's organizations were instrumental in securing voting rights through the 19th Amendment and advancing workplace health and safety legislation.

    Professional and Specialized Roles

    • Professionals in various fields demanded systematic licensing and the professionalization of their occupations.
    • These individuals worked to eliminate fraud and corruption, promoting efficient and effective government functions.

    Labor Unions and Workers' Associations

    • Labor unions used strikes and boycotts as tactics to highlight and advocate for improved factory conditions and workers' rights.

    Theodore Roosevelt's Presidency

    • Theodore Roosevelt became president in 1901, advocating for the regulation of corporations to curb corruption and greed, recognizing their value in America.

    The Progressive Movement

    • The Progressive Movement aimed at social reforms concerning female suffrage, education, labor conditions, urbanization, industrialization, and child labor.
    • This movement also sought political reforms to combat bribery, corruption, political machines, and regulatory practices concerning large businesses and Robber Barons.

    Long-Term Impact of the Progressive Era

    • The Progressive Era established the principle that government has the capacity to address societal and economic issues, reshaping public expectations of governmental roles.

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    This flashcard quiz explores the contributions of middle-class reformers, particularly women, in addressing social and political issues. It highlights the impact of investigative journalists, known as 'muckrakers,' in raising awareness and advocating for change.

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