Second Industrial Revolution and Progressive Movement Quiz

What was a major political issue during the Second Industrial Revolution?

• Corruption by political machines

• Labor rights for workers

• Urbanization of cities

• Immigration influx

Which social issue led to the rise of labor unions during the Second Industrial Revolution?

• Unfair influence of big businesses

• Labor rights and unsafe working conditions

• Monopolies controlling industries

• Wealth gap between classes

What was a significant economic issue caused by the Second Industrial Revolution?

• Monopolies controlling entire industries

• Urbanization leading to overcrowding

• Immigration causing social tension

• Corruption in local politics

What was one of the effects of the Progressive Movement?

• Increased political corruption

• Government regulation to improve working conditions

• Widening wealth gap

• Rise of monopolies

What was the primary role of muckrakers?

• Journalists who exposed corruption and social injustices

• Politicians who created new laws

• Business leaders who supported monopolies

• Teachers who educated about history

Which act aimed to break up monopolies and prevent anticompetitive practices in 1890?

• Sherman Antitrust Act

• Clayton Antitrust Act

• Federal Trade Commission Act

• Social Security Act

What is the definition of a "loophole"?

• A gap or ambiguity in a law allowing avoidance of the law's intent

• A detailed report exposing corruption

• A public space in a city for government buildings

• A legal case where one party sues another

What was the purpose of the Federal Trade Commission established in 1914?

• Investigating and preventing unfair business practices

• Creating new trade routes

• Supporting large corporations

• Developing new technologies

Who is a "progressive"?

• A person advocating for social, political, and economic reforms

• A person supporting monopolies

• A person who opposes industrialization

• A person who avoids political involvement