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Match the following terms to their definitions:
Progressivism = A social and political movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries advocating for change and reform Muckraker = A journalist who investigates and exposes societal issues such as corruption Trust = A large corporation that gains significant market power Antitrust = Laws designed to promote competition in the marketplace
Match the following terms to their related era:
Progressivism = Late 19th and early 20th centuries Muckraker = Late 19th and early 20th centuries Trust = Late 19th and early 20th centuries Antitrust = Late 19th and early 20th centuries
Match the following terms to their descriptions:
Suffrage = The right to vote in political elections Temperance Movement = A social movement against the consumption of alcoholic beverages
Progressivism was a social and political ______ that aimed to reform society and address the issues caused by industrialization and urbanization
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A ______ is a journalist or writer who exposes corruption and wrongdoing in society, often in politics or business
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An ______ is a combination of corporations or companies that have significant control over an industry or market
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Study Notes
Progressivism
- A social and political movement aimed at reforming society.
- Emerged in response to issues stemming from industrialization and urbanization, such as inequality and labor exploitation.
Muckracker
- A term for journalists or writers dedicated to uncovering corruption and wrongdoing.
- Often focused on issues within politics and business, helping to raise public awareness in the Progressive Era.
Trust
- Defined as a combination of corporations or companies working together.
- Possesses significant control over a particular industry or market, often leading to monopolistic practices.
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Description
Test your knowledge of vocabulary related to the Progressive Era with this engaging quiz! Match terms like progressivism, muckraker, trust, antitrust, suffrage, and temperance movement to their definitions and related era. Challenge yourself and see how well you know this important period in American history.
