Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of the Progressive Era!

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    The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted:

    • Women's right to vote
    • Prohibition of alcohol
    • Civil rights for all
    • Abolition of slavery
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Welcome to the "Test Your Knowledge of the Progressive Era!" quiz. Step into the transformative period of the late 19th and early 20th centuries when America underwent significant social, political, and economic changes. This quiz will challenge your understanding of key events, movements, and figures that defined the Progressive Era.From the fight for women's suffrage to the push for workplace safety reforms, explore the multifaceted efforts that aimed to address societal challenges brought about by industrialization and urbanization. Delve into the Temperance Movement, learn about pivotal legislation like the Sherman Antitrust Act, and discover the influence of prominent figures like Upton Sinclair.Test your knowledge of this era of reform, advocacy, and change that laid the foundation for a more equitable and progressive America. Uncover the threads that connected various movements and contributed to shaping the nation's modern identity. Enjoy the quiz and deepen your understanding of the Progressive Era's impact on society!

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  • 2. 

    During which time period did the Progressive Era primarily take place?

    • 1890s to 1920s

    • 1760s to 1780s

    • 1940s to 1960s

    • 2000s to present

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  • 3. 

    Which reform aimed to outlaw the production and sale of alcoholic beverages?

    • Temperance Movement

    • Women's Suffrage

    • Civil Rights Movement

    • Labor Movement

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  • 4. 

    The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire led to improved:

    • Workplace safety

    • Voting rights

    • Foreign relations

    • Healthcare system

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  • 5. 

    Which political party was associated with progressive reforms?

    • Progressive Party

    • Whig Party

    • Federalist Party

    • Libertarian Party

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  • 6. 

    The Progressive Era was characterized by efforts to:

    • Address social and political problems

    • Preserve traditional values

    • Promote economic inequality

    • Expand colonialism

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  • 7. 

    What was the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

    • Regulate monopolies

    • Promote agricultural trade

    • Expand military power

    • Guarantee religious freedom

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    Who wrote the book "The Jungle," exposing the unsanitary conditions of the meatpacking industry?

    • Upton Sinclair

    • Mark Twain

    • Jane Addams

    • Susan B. Anthony

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  • 9. 

    The initiative, referendum, and recall are examples of:

    • Direct democracy

    • Indirect democracy

    • Monarchy

    • Oligarchy

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    Which organization aimed to improve urban living conditions through social services?

    • Settlement House

    • Labor Union

    • Prohibition League

    • Suffrage Association

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