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Taft's Reforms

Question 5 • MO-US History II A

Which Republican challenged Taft during his run for a second term?

Answer
A
Richard Ballinger
B
Gifford Pinchot
C
Woodrow Wilson
D
Theodore Roosevelt

Explanation

Theodore Roosevelt challenged President William Howard Taft in the 1912 Republican primaries after breaking with Taft over his policies. Roosevelt ran as the Progressive, or “Bull Moose,” candidate. The correct choice is Theodore Roosevelt.

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