Goals of the Progressive Era

Goals of the Progressive Era

Grade 9th Grade · Social Studies · 60 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can identify the major goals of the Progressive Era.

Warm-Up Video

Khan Academy · 7:34

The Progressives | Period 7: 1890-1945 | AP US History | Khan Academy

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    Progressives addressed social problems that arose from industrialization, urbanization, and immigration after the Civil War.

  • 2

    Muckrakers, like Upton Sinclair, exposed corruption and unsanitary practices, leading to reforms like the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906.

  • 3

    Progressives were united by a belief in progress and the idea that government should intervene to fix social problems, but they were divided on issues like voting rights and immigration.

Practice Questions

12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Name three major goals of the Progressive Era in the United States, as discussed in the video.

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