Term Definition 1. Muckraker A. This social reformer created the Hull House in Chicago to assist immigrants and the poor. 2. 18th Amendment B. Established prohibition; the ban of alcohol. 3. 19th Amendment C. Granted women the right to vote. 4. Social Gospel D. The idea that everyone had a Christian duty to assist the poor. 5. Jane Addams E. Refers to a journalist, writer, or photographer who exposes the bad elements of society.
The Man, The Myth, The Legend Theodore roosevelt The Man, The Myth, The Legend
Background Enemy of political machines. Became Vice President in 1898. President McKinley was killed in 1901, Roosevelt became President.
The square deal Promised all Americans a “Square Deal.” Conservation of natural resources. Protection for workers. Control monopolies.
“trust buster” Sued 44 monopolies as President. Took on the largest railroad monopoly – Northern Securities Company – forced to dissolve in 1902.
Protecting workers 1902 Coal Strike Forced the owners of the mine to comprise with striking workers. First time a President helped striking workers.
regulation Inspired by The Jungle. Pure Food and Drug Act Gov’t could regulate food and drugs FDA Meat Inspection Act
Later regulations Interstate Commerce Act Sherman Anti-Trust Act Clayton Anti-Trust Act
Environment Wanted to preserve the environment for future generations. “Father of the National Parks Service” Established 148 million acres of forest reserves and 50 wildlife sanctuaries. Five National Parks
This political cartoon would most support the idea that President Theodore Roosevelt was a Imperialist Really good President Trustbuster Father of the National Park System.
The passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act was greatly influenced by which important book? The Jungle The Communist Manifesto Twilight How the Other Half Lives
Which statement best summarizes President Theodore Roosevelt’s “Square Deal?” Conserve natural resources. Protection for workers. Control monopolies. All of the above.