Final Exam Review Chapter 3 and 4

Why was the Progressive Movement considered a reaction to industrialization?

• It opposed all technological advancements.

• It arose in response to the negative effects of rapid industrial growth.

• It sought to eliminate capitalism altogether.

• It focused exclusively on agricultural reforms.

What was the primary job of muckrakers?

• To write fictional stories about businesses.

• To promote industrial growth.

• To expose corruption and unsafe conditions.

• To serve as mediators during labor disputes.

Why did the Supreme Court rule many early child labor laws unconstitutional?

• They believed children did not need legal protection.

• The laws violated the right of families to make decisions.

• They believed the federal government lacked the power to regulate child labor.

• The laws conflicted with business interests.

What two charities from the Progressive Era still exist today?

• Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity

• YMCA and Salvation Army

• Goodwill and Make-A-Wish Foundation

• Boys and Girls Club and United Way

How did the secret ballot help create fairer elections?

• By allowing women to vote.

• By preventing voting fraud.

What is the purpose of an initiative?

• To allow citizens to propose new laws.

• To permit voters to approve or reject laws.

• To remove elected officials from office.

• To create new amendments to the Constitution.

What is a referendum?

• A vote on an initiative.

• A court decision on constitutional issues.

• A public protest against government policies.

• A formal declaration of war.

Why did minorities criticize the Progressive Movement?

• It focused mainly on labor unions.

• It ignored or supported discriminatory practices.

• It prioritized agricultural issues over urban reform.

• It was led by minority groups.

Why did the U.S. reject the Treaty of Versailles?

• It lacked enough votes in Congress.

• It was too lenient on Germany.

• There were concerns it would drag the U.S. into wars.

• It conflicted with the Monroe Doctrine.

What were the 3R's of the New Deal?