Chapter 20 - The Progressive Era

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Why did 2.5 million people lose their jobs in 1893–1894?

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A depression forced thousands of businesses to close.

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Which political party influenced the rise of progressivism?

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Populist Party

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Which state first adopted statewide initiatives and referendums? Options: Ohio, South Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin

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South Dakota

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Why did the government break up monopolies?

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Monopolies caused higher prices and bad goods and services.

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Which location inspired Theodore Roosevelt to preserve large areas of unspoiled land? Options: Brownsville, Texas; the Dakota Territory; Galveston, Texas; New York State

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the Dakota Territory

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Why did labor union membership increase after the Triangle factory fire?

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Workers realized they needed to band together to improve conditions.

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How did reducing tariffs on imported goods help average Americans?

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It meant people could afford imported goods.

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Which law detailed the illegality of unlawful business practices and closed many loopholes?

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the Clayton Antitrust Act

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Who developed the idea of scientific management?

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Frederick Winslow Taylor

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Why did the Progressive Era grow in the United States?

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because of the negative impact of industrialization