The Progressive Era Is Known Not Only for the Political

question 67

Essay

The Progressive Era is known not only for the political reform achieved at all different levels of government but also for the numerous social movements that emerged in the early twentieth century. For many Americans, participating in these social movements was their initial experience in political activism. Choose three of these movements and describe them. Discuss how they were consistent with larger Progressive ideologies and where they differed.

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Definitions:

Macro-structures

Large-scale patterns and systems in society that shape and organize social life, such as economic systems or governmental institutions.

International Organizations

Entities established by treaties between sovereign states to pursue common goals or facilitate political, economic, or social cooperation.

Social Structure

The organized pattern of social relationships and institutions that together compose society, determining how it functions.

Macro-structures

Large-scale social structures that impact society and its institutions, shaping norms, roles, and relationships.