1. What was a common tactic used by political bosses to gain votes and loyalty? • Offering citizenship to immigrants O Providing free education for all • Providing favors or services in exchange for support • Promising higher wages for workers 2. Why were muckrakers often seen as controversial figures? • Because they avoided public attention • Because their work threatened powerful interests • Because they were all government officials • Because they supported corrupt practices 3. How did religion influence Progressives during the late 1800s? • It inspired the idea of staying away from societal issues © The Social Gospel movement emphasized Christians' responsibility to enhance society • It had no impact on their movements • Religious groups opposed Progressive reforms
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2. Because their work threatened powerful interests
3. The Social Gospel movement emphasized Christians' responsibility to enhance society
4. To promote social and political reform, address social issues, and combat corruption
5. The passing of the 19th Amendment, giving women the right to vote
6. By allowing citizens to propose and vote on laws, challenges existing laws, and remove corrupt officials from office