Which of the following statements was true of the Progressive Era? (1 point)

Question

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The government retracted important democratic reforms.
The government retracted important democratic reforms.

The government took a more active role in regulating business.
The government took a more active role in regulating business.

The government embraced a laissez-faire attitude toward private life.
The government embraced a laissez-faire attitude toward private life.

The government actively sought to end racial discrimination and violence.

Answer 1

The true statement of the Progressive Era is:

The government took a more active role in regulating business.

During the Progressive Era (roughly from the 1890s to the 1920s), there was a significant movement aimed at addressing the issues arising from industrialization, urbanization, and corruption. This often involved the government stepping in to regulate big businesses, improve labor conditions, and promote social welfare.