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How the Other Half Lives was a novel published to shed light on the horrible treatment and conditions working families faced. Its purpose was to get people to see how these people lives in order to change it. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:D - Very Good -
The Sherman Antitrust Act was passed to change oppressive business practices and monopolies. It prohibits any contract, trust, or conspiracy in restraint of interstate or foreign trade. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:) - Good -
The Socialist Party of America was established by people who wanted to promote the idea of socialism, in hopes that it would stabilize the economy and income for American citizens. They wanted the creation of the party to end capitalism and reform the
economy. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:) - Good -
After the assignation of William McKinley, Theadore Roosevelt became president. During his presidency he passed many acts to help the economy and society during this era. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:D - Very Good -
The Jungle is a novel that was written by Upton Sinclair, a political activist, that portrays the harsh working conditions of immigrant workers in meat factories. The novel eventually lead to different social changes such as the Meat Inspection Act of 1906. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:D - Very Good -
The Pure Food and Drug Act was passed to prohibit the “manufacture, sale, or transportation of adulterated or misbranded or poisonous or deleterious food, drugs, medications, and liquors.” This led to the founding of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:) - Good -
The Shirtwaist Factory Fire was a tragedy that took the lives of over 140 workers. The factory employed young immigrant women and didn't have proper escape exits in case of fires. These girls worked in overcrowded spaces and worked 12 hours a day. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:( - Very Bad -
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president who represented the Democratic Party. He advocated for a stronger central government and fair labor rights, which led to several social changes. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:) - Good -
The 16th Amendment allows Congress to lay and collect taxes on incomes. It's purpose was to simplify the tax code and eliminate tax shelters. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
: / - Bad -
The National Women's Party was formed to fight for women's suffrage. Alice Paul was an American Quaker who fought for equal rights, and formed the NWP in order to stand up for women. The Party pressured Woodrow Wilson, Congress, and state legislators to pass the 19th Amendment. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:D - Very Good -
The 18th Amendment was passed to prohibit the buying and selling of alcohol. This amendment was passed because people thought alcohol was the cause poverty and other societal issues, and banning it would improve American society. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
: / - Bad -
The 19th Amendment was passed to ensure that no one would be denied the right to vote because of their gender. Women's suffrage activists and other feminists advocated for this law to be passed, and this law opened up the door for women's rights. Very Good, Good, Bad, or Very Bad?
:D - Very good