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Grade 8 Social Studies: Progressive Era & Expanding Democracy
1.
a period of reform efforts in the U.S. (roughly early 1900s) aimed at addressing industrial-age problems
2.
a change meant to improve society, government, or conditions
3.
rule involving citizen participation and accountable government
4.
a journalist who exposed problems such as corruption or unsafe conditions
5.
rules set by government to guide business or public practices
6.
Answers vary: corruption, unsafe food/work, unfair business practices, limited voting access
7.
public attention can pressure leaders to pass new laws or rules
8.
including more people in voting and civic decision-making over time
9.
early-1900s U.S. reform efforts addressing industrial-age problems
10.
a change meant to improve society/government
11.
journalist exposing problems like corruption or hazards
12.
government rules guiding business/public practices
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