Woodrow Wilson's Policies and Reforms

The video discusses Woodrow Wilson's New Freedom policy, focusing on economic reforms like lowering tariffs and introducing income tax through the 16th Amendment. It covers the establishment of the Federal Reserve and the FTC to regulate trusts. The Clayton Anti-Trust Act is highlighted for its protection of labor unions. The women's suffrage movement is explored, noting its success with the 19th Amendment. The video concludes with an overview of the Progressive Movement, emphasizing its social reforms and the impact of World War I on these efforts.

What was the primary goal of Woodrow Wilson's New Freedom policy?

• To increase tariffs

• To support big businesses

• To address societal issues like tariffs and trusts

• To reduce government intervention

How did Wilson's approach to Congress differ from previous presidents?

• He refused to address Congress

• He addressed Congress in person

• He avoided Congress altogether

• He sent written messages only

What was the significance of the Underwood Tariff?

• It eliminated tariffs completely

• It was unsuccessful in Congress

• It was the first tariff reform since the Civil War

• It increased tariffs significantly

What did the 16th Amendment establish?

• The Federal Reserve

• The income tax

• The Federal Trade Commission

• The Clayton Anti-Trust Act

What was the purpose of the Federal Reserve established by Wilson?

• To increase tariffs

• To eliminate banks

• To support monopolies

• To control the money supply and stabilize currency

What was the role of the Federal Trade Commission created in 1914?

• To eliminate small businesses

• To support big businesses

• To regulate and investigate businesses

• To increase tariffs

How did the Clayton Anti-Trust Act differ from the Sherman Anti-Trust Act?

• It was not enforced

• It was weaker than the Sherman Act

• It specifically protected labor unions

• It supported monopolies

What was a key factor in women gaining the right to vote with the 19th Amendment?

• Their support for big businesses

• Their refusal to work in factories

• Their opposition to the war

• Their support for World War I efforts

What was a major consequence of World War I on the Progressive Movement?

• Increased focus on domestic reforms

• Strengthening of the Laissez-faire policy

• Neglect of African-American rights

• Complete elimination of tariffs

Why did domestic reforms decline during World War I?

• Lack of interest from politicians

• Inability to fund both the war and reforms

• Complete success of all reforms

• Public opposition to reforms