Question

You’ve studied four of the female muckrakers of the Progressive Era. Write two to three sentences describing what viewpoints these women shared.

Answer 1

concern for the less fortunate and people living in poverty

concern for those forgotten or ignored by society

concern with social justice

concern with the welfare of other women

Answer 2

Answer: The main goal of the Muckrakers was to raise awareness of social injustices, inequality, corruption and the abuse of political power in order to bring about reform. For additional facts refer to the article detailing Progressive Reforms at city, state and federal levels.