Unit 14- Progressivism - Study Materials

The following resources are beneficial in supplementing student's understanding of the Progressive Era:

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Study and Review Resources

Examine the progressive era, Chapter 28.  As America moved into the 20th century, the fervor of the progressive movement fought against monopoly, corruption, inefficiency, and social injustice.   In effect, they helped change the government, making it an agent of public welfare and social justice.  Please use the following resources to augment your understanding of the topics discussed on the syllabus.

• Chapter 28-Progressivism and the Republican Roosevelt, 1901-1912
•  A great resource on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire.
• Interactive Lesson: The Square Deal
• Interactive Lesson: The Taft Administration
• Topic Outine: Book Notes, Ch. 28
• Topic Oultine: Progressive Era Outline

Chapter 29 focuses on the administration of Woodrow Wilson.  His policies concerning Mexico are a point of interest.  However, the focus for the AP exam should be on his domestic policies (especially regarding the economy).  Many progressive movements come to fruition during this administration, especially the movements for a federal income tax, woman's suffrage, and eventually prohibition.
Chapter 29 Resources

• Interactive lesson: Wilson's New Freedom or Wilson's New Freedom
• Primary Document: Wilson, What is Progress? (excerpt from The New Freedom)
• Interactive lesson:Dealing with Mexico's Revolution
• Chapter Outline: Chapter 29, Wilson

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Video resources 

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire: America the Story of Us

Horrors of the Meatpacking Industry; The Jungle-Progressive Era


Teddy Roosevelt, Trust Buster: Histeria!