The Progressive Era Overview

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Grade Level8th Grade

SubjectHistory

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This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the Progressive Era (1890-1920), highlighting key reformers and movements that aimed to improve society. It defines important terms such as reformer, muckraker, and progressive, and outlines significant events like the establishment of Hull House by Jane Addams, the passing of the Pure Food and Drug Act, and the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. The document includes profiles of influential figures like W.E.B. Du Bois, who fought for civil rights, as well as details on the women's suffrage and temperance movements. It also discusses the labor movement and events like the Haymarket Affair and the Pullman Strike, emphasizing the challenges workers faced and their efforts to advocate for better conditions. Interactive elements such as matches for reformers and fill-in-the-blank exercises are included to reinforce learning.