HISET Social Studies Practice

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Which group was largely impacted by the progressivism movement in terms of gaining rights?

Minority ethnic groups
Women
Wealthy landowners
Immigrant populations

The correct answer is: Women

The progressivism movement in the United States, which emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, significantly focused on social reform, including the fight for women's suffrage. Women actively organized and mobilized during this period, advocating for their right to vote and to gain greater societal roles. The movement provided a platform for women to push for reforms in various areas, such as labor rights, educational opportunities, and social welfare improvements. The culmination of this advocacy was the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920, which granted women the right to vote at a national level. Progressivism thus played a crucial role in advancing women's rights and securing a more active role for women in public life and politics.