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Reform and the Progressive Era — Test

Question 22 • US History Studies Since 1877

How did the Progressive Party set itself apart from the Democratic and Republican parties?

Answer
A
The Progressive Party strongly supported the rights of immigrants.
B
The Progressive Party strongly supported the rights of businesses.
C
The Progressive Party strongly supported women’s suffrage.
D
The Progressive Party strongly supported racial equality.

Explanation

The Progressive Party, formed in 1912, stood out by explicitly supporting women’s suffrage, or the right of women to vote. The Democratic and Republican parties were less committed to that cause at the time. The party did not stand apart by strongly supporting racial equality, business rights, or immigrants’ rights in the way described by the other choices.

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