Progressive Era Quiz #1

What was TR’s background?

Navy officer, police commisioner, New York Governor, and VP

What was TR’s personality?

Energetic, hard-working, outspoken, and loved being president

What happened in 1901 to TR?

At age 42, TR became the youngest president after McKinley was assassinated

What does Progressive mean?

someone who wants to reform government, improve working conditions, and works to improve people’s lives

What is Bully Pulpit?

TR used his power & position to bring positive change for the good of the people

What is the Square Deal?

where TR’s policies & programs to giive all Americans equal opportunity

What are the 3 C’s

Control of corporations, consumer protection, and conservation

What does Control of Corporations mean?

plan to regulate business and settle labor disputes

What does Consumer protection mean?

wanted to make sugar, food, etc. cheaper

What does Conservation mean?

protection of the land & environment

How was TR a Trustbuster?

He wanted to end business that was illegal or hurt the public

What is the Department of Commerce?

government department that investigates business and protects workers

What is the Pure Food + Drug Act?

requires labels, with dates, and ingredient on food and medicine

What is the US Forest service?

gov. agency that over sees use of public land

Who is Booker T. Washington?

civil rights leader and teacher and first African American at the White House

Why did Booker T. Washington go to the White House?

To meet with TR to discuss race relations

What was TR’s foreign policy motto?

“Speak softly and carry a big stick”

What was the Roosevelt Corollary?

U.S. claimed internation police power to protect its territories especially in Latin America