Questions and Answers
What was the goal of the temperance movement in the late 1800s and early 1900s?
stopping the drinking of alcohol
What was the main goal of the settlement house movement?
to provide social services for immigrants
Who founded Hull House in Chicago in 1889?
Jane Addams
How many immigrants arrived in the United States between 1875 and 1910?
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Why did groups of women march from church meetings to nearby saloons in the 1870s?
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What was one common way that members of the temperance movement attempted to stop drinking alcohol?
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How is the work of the Salvation Army related to the social gospel movement?
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What was the goal of the Americanization movement between 1875 and 1910?
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What is one group that was targeted by the Women's Christian Temperance Union?
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In the late 1800s, what belief was the social gospel movement based on?
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Study Notes
Temperance Movement
- Aimed to halt the consumption of alcohol in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
- Women actively protested alcohol by marching and praying outside saloons.
Settlement House Movement
- Focused on offering social services to immigrants, helping them integrate into society.
Hull House
- Founded by Jane Addams in Chicago in 1889, serving as a model for similar institutions.
Immigration to the U.S.
- Nearly 8 million immigrants arrived between 1875 and 1910, transforming American demographics.
Women's Christian Temperance Union
- Targeted saloon owners as part of their broader strategy against alcohol consumption.
Social Gospel Movement
- Suggested a moral obligation to assist those less fortunate, influencing many faith-based organizations like the Salvation Army.
Americanization Movement
- Encouraged immigrants to assimilate into American culture, promoting shared values and practices.
Anti-Alcohol Tactics
- Members of the temperance movement often blockaded bars to prevent entry and discourage drinking.
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This set of flashcards explores key concepts of urban and social reforms from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Topics include the temperance movement, settlement houses, and notable figures like Jane Addams. Test your knowledge on the social changes that shaped American society during this period.