q3 test i AICE U.S history

Progressive Era

A period marked by social activism and political reform in the United States, focusing on addressing industrialization and urbanization issues.

Muckrakers

Investigative reporters who uncovered and dramatized societal ills during the Progressive Era.

Upton Sinclair

Author of 'The Jungle,' which portrayed the harsh conditions of the meatpacking industry.

Ida Tarbell

Journalist known for 'The History of Standard Oil,' which exposed the ruthless business practices of John D. Rockefeller.

Settlement House Movement

Initiative led by Jane Addams that aimed to provide social services and improve the lives of immigrants and the poor.

Political Machines

Corrupt organizations that controlled political parties in cities and were often led by party bosses.

Trusts

Monopolistic companies that dominate a market and are often targeted by Progressive reforms.

Women’s Suffrage

The movement aimed at giving women the right to vote, which was a significant issue during the Progressive Era.

Hull House

A settlement house founded by Jane Addams, providing social services in urban communities.

Political Reform

Changes made to improve the political system, particularly aimed at reducing corruption and increasing public accountability.

Boss Tweed

Leader of the Tammany Hall political machine in NYC; known for corruption and control over city politics.

Political Machine

An organization, headed by a single boss, that commands enough votes to control a city, often operating like an illegal political party.

Tammany Hall

A political machine in NYC that operated from 1789 to 1967, known for corruption and control over city politics.

Election Fraud

The illegal manipulation of elections, such as stuffing ballot boxes or bribing voters.

Embezzlement

The theft of public funds by someone in a position of trust.

Bribery

Offering something of value to influence the actions of an official in a position of authority.

Graft

The acquisition of funds or advantages through dishonest or unethical means, particularly in business and politics.

Thomas Nast

New York Times journalist who exposed Boss Tweed's corruption.

Corruption

Dishonest or fraudulent conduct, typically involving bribery.

Construction Contracts

Agreements for building projects that were manipulated for personal gain by Tweed and Tammany Hall.

Public Funds

Money collected by the government that is used for public services and infrastructure.

Urbanization

The process through which cities grow as populations shift from rural areas to urban areas.

Immigrants

People who move to another country, often in search of better job opportunities.

Working Conditions

The environment and circumstances in which people work, including hours, safety, and pay.

Mass Transit

Public transportation systems that move large numbers of people within urban areas.

Tenements

Crowded apartments typically found in urban areas, often associated with poor living conditions.

Epidemics

Rapid spread of infectious diseases within a population.

Skyscrapers

Tall buildings made of steel frames, designed to maximize limited urban land space.

Laissez-faire policies

Economic system in which the government minimally intervenes in business affairs.

Labor unions

Organizations of workers that advocate for better wages and working conditions.

Suburbs

Residential areas located on the outskirts of a city, often associated with middle- and upper-class living.