Why Did Progressives Launch the Social Purity Movement

question 11

Multiple Choice

Why did progressives launch the social purity movement?

• A) To regulate the food industry
• B) To attack prostitution and other vices
• C) To advocate the use of birth control among immigrants
• D) To clean up corrupt urban politics

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Definitions:

Blacks And Whites

Refers to people of African descent (Blacks) and people of European descent (Whites), often used in discussions about race relations and societal constructs of race.

Virginia

One of the original 13 colonies in the United States, known for its significant role in American history, including being the birthplace of several U.S. presidents.

William Penn

An English Quaker leader and advocate for religious freedom who founded the Province of Pennsylvania, a North American colony, in the late 17th century.

Worship Freely

The right or ability to practice one's religion without interference or restriction by the government or others.