Progressivism and Imperialism study guide

The Progressive Movement changed American society by:

• expanding social reforms and increasing government regulation

• reducing government involvement in economic affairs

• promoting isolationism in foreign policy

• eliminating all labor unions

Prohibition was enacted in the early 1900’s because:

• it was believed to reduce crime and social problems

• it was intended to increase government revenue

• it was meant to promote international trade

• it was designed to encourage alcohol consumption

The Muckrakers were ______ and their effect on American society was ______.

• journalists who exposed corruption; increased public awareness and reforms

• politicians who promoted industrial growth; led to economic expansion

• business leaders who supported monopolies; reduced competition

• scientists who developed new technologies; improved daily life

Henry Ford revolutionized the world by:

• Inventing the assembly line for mass production of automobiles

• Creating the first electric car

• Developing the steam engine

• Founding the first airline company

The 17th amendment changed how our republic functions by:

• Allowing citizens to directly elect Senators

• Granting women the right to vote

• Abolishing slavery

• Lowering the voting age to 18

The effect of segregation on the African American population was:

• Increased opportunities for education and employment.

• Limited access to public facilities and resources.

• Greater political representation.

• Improved social equality.

The Jim Crow era was:

• a period of racial segregation laws in the Southern United States

• a time of economic prosperity for all Americans

• an era of technological advancement in the South

• a movement for women's rights in the United States

Describe the outcome of Plessy vs. Ferguson.

• It established the 'separate but equal' doctrine, legalizing racial segregation.

• It ended racial segregation in public schools.

• It declared segregation unconstitutional.

• It led to the immediate integration of all public facilities.

African Americans were the only race facing severe discrimination at the turn of the 1900’s.

• True

• False

• Not sure

• Only in some regions

Women’s suffrage changed American society by:

• granting women the right to vote, leading to greater gender equality and increased political participation

• ending racial segregation in voting rights

• abolishing the electoral college system

• establishing universal healthcare