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The Gilded Age and Muckrakers

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What was the main contribution of Jacob Riis' book 'How the Other Half Lives' to the American public?

It presented a blueprint for labor unions to organize strikes.

It advocated for the abolition of big business in the United States.

It provided a detailed account of the business practices of tycoons like Andrew Carnegie.

It visually demonstrated the living and working conditions of New York City's working class. (correct)

What was the primary goal of the Muckrakers' writing?

To document the history of the Gilded Age.

To praise the achievements of big business leaders.

To expose the injustices in the workplace and business practices. (correct)

To promote the interests of labor unions.

Why was the term 'Muckraker' coined by President Teddy Roosevelt?

To praise the work of journalists who supported big business.

To describe the work of journalists who exposed the injustices in the United States. (correct)

To promote the Progressive Era ideology.

To criticize the work of labor unions.

What was the dominant feature of the United States' economy and political arena during the Gilded Age?

Rich, powerful business leaders dominated the economy and politics. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the year 1890 in the context of the Progressive Era?

It was the year when Jacob Riis' book 'How the Other Half Lives' was published. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main achievement of the Progressive Era?

The implementation of major reforms in various aspects of life. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary obstacle to reform during the Gilded Age?

The dominant influence of big business on the economy and politics. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Ida Tarbell's work on the business practices of Rockefeller's Standard Oil company?

The U.S. Supreme Court determined that the Standard Oil trust violated the Sherman Antitrust Act. Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of Upton Sinclair's 1906 book, The Jungle?

The plight of American industrial workers in the meatpacking industry. Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Lincoln Steffens' articles on powerful businessmen and corrupt politicians?

The public demanded reforms to local government. Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of John Spargo's examination of child labor in the United States?

The plight of American industrial workers in the coal industry. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the public's reaction to Upton Sinclair's The Jungle?

The government established federal regulations on food production and sales. Signup and view all the answers

What did Ray Stannard Baker expose in his muckraking work?

The corruption in the railroad industry and financial institutions. Signup and view all the answers

What was the common goal of the muckrakers' work?

To improve the working conditions for industrial workers and protect the public. Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the muckrakers' work?

Many reforms occurred, and some are still in place today. Signup and view all the answers