Political Developments: Progressivism Flashcards
1
Q
Name 4 issues Progressives focussed on
A
Corruption, Urbanisation, Monopolies, Industrialisation
2
Q
What overall belief did Progressives have on society?
A
They believed it needed to be fixed
3
Q
What methods wouldthe Progressives believe in to use to try and help problems in society?
A
Scientific methods
4
Q
Name a Progressive who believed in Prohibition and why
A
Frederick Taylor, because alcohol could lead to poor decisions and poverty
5
Q
Which group in society did Progressives want to be able to vote?
A
Women
6
Q
What “deal” policies did Roosevelt create?
A
Square Deal Policies
7
Q
What did the Square Deal policies say? (Name 3 things)
A
Regulate railroads, Abolish trusts, Making sure Americans bought safe food
