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Progressives Vocab

Vocabulary pertaining to the Progressive Era in the United States, From around 1890-1920.

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Civil ServiceAll government jobs except for elected positions or those in the armed forces.
MonopolyA company that completely controls the market of a certain industry.
TrustA group of corporations run by a single board of directors.
TariffA tax on foreign goods brought into the country.
MuckrakerA person who reported on corrupt politicians and other problems of the cities.
ConservationThe protection of natural resources.
SuffrageThe right to vote.
19th AmendmentGranted women's suffrage or right to vote.
progressivesgroup of politicians who believe that government can improve the lives of individuals
PFDAthis banned interstate shipping of impure food
16th Amendmentincome tax amendment
17th Amendmentprovided for the direct election of senators
18th Amendmentprohibited the manufacture and sale of liquor
19th AmendmentThis gave women the right to vote.


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