Conflict in the Early 20th Century, 1890–1945
What was Jacob Riis's primary goal in capturing images of urban tenement life?
To celebrate the sense of community and perseverance among the inhabitants of urban tenements
To critique the inefficacies and consequences of contemporary urban planning decisions
To create a comprehensive historical record of tenement architecture and design
To advocate for social reform by exposing the harsh realities faced by the urban poor
Which technological advancement during the Progressive Era impacted city transportation?
Introduction of electric streetcars.
Development of high-speed railways.
Invention of airplanes.
Creation of interstate highway system.
What impact did Jane Addams' Hull House have on urban communities during the Progressive Era?
Increased employment opportunities through direct job placement programs for inner-city youth.
Advocated for prohibition policies targeting urban saloons reducing alcohol consumption.
Provided social services such as education and healthcare improving immigrant assimilation.
Lobbied successfully for legislation mandating child labor restrictions across various industries.
What was a significant long-term effect of women gaining the right to vote in the United States?
Swift elevation of numerous women to prominent political leadership roles.
A decrease in overall voter turnout due to gender conflicts.
Increased involvement of women in the political process and decision-making.
The immediate establishment of full equal rights for women across all states.
Which aspect of the Progressive Era's environmental conservation efforts is still prevalent in America today?
Government rationing of natural resources.
Establishment and protection of national parks.
Mandated reforestation by individual states.
Banning of all animal hunting activities.
What was one significant outcome of Jane Addams' work with settlement houses during the Progressive Era?
Providing social services to immigrants and working poor.
Advocacy for prohibition legislation in major cities
Aiding veterans returning from World War I.
Regulating labs and environmental laws in cities
Which social activist advocated for birth control rights and founded what would become Planned Parenthood?
Margaret Sanger
Susan B. Anthony
Jane Addams
Ida B Wells

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What does "double-consciousness" reveal about the identity struggles of African Americans?
It illustrates the difficulty African Americans face in reconciling their dual identities in a divided society.
It endorses reconnecting with African heritage as a key approach to resolving racial conflicts.
It implies assimilation into the dominant white culture as a necessary strategy for overcoming racial challenges.
It suggests the importance of prioritizing American nationality to mitigate racial discrimination.
What short-term societal effect did the advocacy depicted in the photograph have?
A direct increase in organized crime due to alcohol prohibition.
Immediate national legislation granting women's suffrage.
Swift legislative action addressing state rights concerns.
Increased support for Prohibition ideals among the public.
What is the primary critique of this illustration?
It underscores the success of governmental regulations against monopolies.
It advocates for increased involvement of industrial trusts in politics.
It records a historic interaction between Senate members and monopoly leaders.
It criticizes the overpowering influence of monopolies in the U.S. Senate.