1. All of these were successful reforms of the progressive era except:
a. City-Manage Plan
b. Direct Primary
c. Referendum
d. Stabilized Voter Turnout
e. Limited Lobbing Power
2. The main goals of the Progressives were
a. Limiting the power of private interests
b. Reform government structure
c. Increase public safety measures
d. Increase workers compensation
e. Increase rights of minorities
3. Which state was considered the "laboratory of progressivism?"
a. New York
b. New Jersey
c. Wisconsin
d. Iowa
e. Ohio
Monday, February 22, 2016
Thursday, February 18, 2016
Living Essays
I worked with Austin Lu and Ward Pullen
Our topics were Spanish Flu, Air Warfare, and Food Laws.
The focus of progressivism throughout the early 20th century was about protecting the well being of communities around the world and the citizens of those communities. This is evident in movements such as shutting down schools and public places to protect people from disease during the Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918, changing food laws to protect people’s health, and people educating themselves through the press about bombing precautions in London to prepare for possible attacks in America.
Our topics were Spanish Flu, Air Warfare, and Food Laws.
The focus of progressivism throughout the early 20th century was about protecting the well being of communities around the world and the citizens of those communities. This is evident in movements such as shutting down schools and public places to protect people from disease during the Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918, changing food laws to protect people’s health, and people educating themselves through the press about bombing precautions in London to prepare for possible attacks in America.
In
conclusion, the primary directive of the progressive movement throughout the early
20th century was focused around protecting the well being of people
in American communities. They tackled this with a wide range of reforms and
raising awareness to the general public. There were reports of the lack of London’s
safety in American newspapers that raised awareness of what to do during a
possible attack. Along with awareness campaigns, they shut down public places
to protect people from disease during an epidemic of influenza, and changed
laws about regulating contents of food to protect the health of the public.
Spanish Flu Progressivism
In 1918, the world was swept up in an epidemic of influenza. To learn more about his I went to the American Historical Newspaper Database (http://goo.gl/r1kXOF)
to read newspapers from the time period in the United States. I wanted to begin by learning ow the disease spread around the world so quickly. Most of the newspapers emphasized that the disease in the US was most concentrated on military bases. It is generally accepted that the disease spread to the US by way of immigrants and tourists from Europe and the made its way to military bases. As the men from the bases went to Europe, the disease spread more and more among soldiers from both sides. (http://goo.gl/fIODcz). I then wanted to learn more about how America responded to the epidemic. As the epidemic grew more and more prevalent, and fears of its lethality were realized, the response from America became more and more severe. Many cities closed down entirely; schools, theaters churches and parks were closed for fear of spreading the disease. In some cities, the right to publicly assemble was suspended in order to stifle the spread of the disease. I found this part particularly interesting when relating to the study of progressivism. It seems like something that would not have happened before this movement, but progressives would have wanted to push for reinterpreting the law in order to improve or protect the general public.
to read newspapers from the time period in the United States. I wanted to begin by learning ow the disease spread around the world so quickly. Most of the newspapers emphasized that the disease in the US was most concentrated on military bases. It is generally accepted that the disease spread to the US by way of immigrants and tourists from Europe and the made its way to military bases. As the men from the bases went to Europe, the disease spread more and more among soldiers from both sides. (http://goo.gl/fIODcz). I then wanted to learn more about how America responded to the epidemic. As the epidemic grew more and more prevalent, and fears of its lethality were realized, the response from America became more and more severe. Many cities closed down entirely; schools, theaters churches and parks were closed for fear of spreading the disease. In some cities, the right to publicly assemble was suspended in order to stifle the spread of the disease. I found this part particularly interesting when relating to the study of progressivism. It seems like something that would not have happened before this movement, but progressives would have wanted to push for reinterpreting the law in order to improve or protect the general public.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
3rd Quarter Reflctions
My favorite topic so far this quarter has been studying American imperialism. It was really interesting to see how these events completely changed Americas views and reputation throughout the world, and seeing how America grew into a world power. Watching the video on Eddie Aikau was extremely interesting and entertaining at the same time. It was great to learn how to analyse and interpret documentaries. Studying the rise of progressiveness has been really fun. we are learning about a time period i know very little about and the new homework format, while more challenging, is a good way to make sure i am keeping up with the material.
Monday, February 1, 2016
Progress
1. Progress is the general advancement of society by the introduction and implementation of new technology and culture.
2. I tend to think of the 1900-20 ish as the progressive era.
3. Equal rights, better education, birth control, voting rights, and workers rights.
4. Most progressive goals are of giving thing to people who had wanted them but were previously deprived of.
2. I tend to think of the 1900-20 ish as the progressive era.
3. Equal rights, better education, birth control, voting rights, and workers rights.
4. Most progressive goals are of giving thing to people who had wanted them but were previously deprived of.
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