Questions and Answers
Progressives wanted consumer rights, the ending of monopolies (often called 'trusts,' which called for 'trust-busting'), and ______ government.
clean
Efficiency and perfection - Progressives held the belief that we really could eradicate most social failings and problems. At the minimum, if we couldn't end these problems, we could ______ our solutions to provide the most efficient solutions.
streamline
Child Labor - Prior to the Progressive era, child labor was depressingly common. Factory owners often preferred child workers since they were more manageable (that is, less likely to strike) and cheaper. Children in factories often worked 16-hour days in highly dangerous ______.
conditions
