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Reforming Business and Industry in the Progressive Era

Question 4 • MCPSS AL-Grade 6 United States Studies: The Industrial Revolution to the Present - Summer School 2026

Labor unions in the Progressive Era fought for which reforms? Select three options.higher wagesshorter work daysgreater job availabilitysafer working conditionsbetter advancement opportunities

Answer
A
higher wages
B
shorter work days
C
greater job availability
D
safer working conditions
E
better advancement opportunities

Explanation

Progressive Era labor unions sought to improve workers’ pay, reduce excessively long hours, and make workplaces safer. These goals match higher wages, shorter work days, and safer working conditions. Greater job availability and better advancement opportunities were not the main reforms represented here.

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