The Word "Progressivism" Came into Common Use Around 1910

question 57

Multiple Choice

The word "Progressivism" came into common use around 1910

• A) and was used within intellectual circles.
• B) to show that progress was not always positive.
• C) was used to refer to the period when Americans enjoyed racial equality for the first time.
• D) to refer to a group of people who wanted to bring change to America.
• E) to represent those hoping to maintain the status quo.

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