1. Aim:How did actions of muckrakers during the Progressive Era help lead to social reform?
Do Now:
Look at the two “octopus” political cartoons. First describe them, then source them. Finally, interpret them using the questions provided to help you.

4. The Progressive Era (1890-1920)
A time when people began to demand that the problems caused by industrialization be fixed.
The government passed new laws and became more responsible for protecting citizens.
Social Problems
Demands For Reform
Gov’t Action
(new laws)

5. Muckraker:
A writer or photographer who exposed problems in society, business and/or government.
Upton Sinclair
His book The Jungle exposed dangers in the meatpacking industry.

6. Jacob Riis
His book of photographs called How The Other Half Lives exposed poor living conditions in U.S. cities.

7. “Bosses of the Senate”