Question

Which of the following was a Progressive Era reform?

A. Pushing for civil rights for African Americans
B. Direct election of US Senators
C. Abolishing slavery
D. Allowing women to own land

Answer 1

the correct answer would be B: The direct election of US Senates

Answer 2

The correct answer is B) Direct election of US Senators.

This was one of the biggest platforms the Progressive Party stood on . Up until the early 20th century, the Senators were picked by the state legislature. The Progressive Party wanted to put more power into the hands of the average American citizen. With this in mind, the Progressive Party helped to pass the 17th amendment, which allows American citizens to directly elect their senators.