Progressive Era Quiz

What was the primary focus of the American Federation of Labor?

• Political reforms

• Economic gains for its members

• Social equality

• Environmental conservation

Who were the Muckrakers?

• Political leaders who made deals with contractors

• Journalists who exposed societal issues

• Union leaders advocating for workers' rights

• Business tycoons controlling industries

What did the 19th Amendment achieve?

• Prohibition of alcohol

• Women's suffrage

• Income tax implementation

• Direct election of senators

Which act required all meat products to be inspected by the government?

• Pure Food and Drug Act

• Meat Inspection Act

• Sherman Anti-Trust Act

• Clayton Antitrust Act

What was the purpose of the 16th Amendment?

• Establishing a federal income tax

• Prohibiting alcohol

• Granting women the right to vote

• Allowing direct election of senators

Who wrote "The Jungle," which led to significant food safety reforms?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Upton Sinclair

• William Howard Taft

• Woodrow Wilson

What was the main goal of the Knights of Labor?

• Focus on political reforms

• Advocate for an 8-hour workday and equal pay for women

• Promote environmental conservation

• Support big businesses

What did the 18th Amendment establish?

• Women's right to vote

• Prohibition of alcohol

• Income tax

• Direct election of senators

Which president was known as the "Trust-Buster"?

• William Howard Taft

• Woodrow Wilson

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

What was the outcome of the Election of 1912?

• Theodore Roosevelt's victory

• William Howard Taft's re-election

• Woodrow Wilson's victory

• A tie between candidates