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What is a Robber Baron?

A selfish businessman that only cares about money and exploits workers

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What is a captain of industry?

A selfless businessmen that gives back to the community

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Giving money back to the community is known as

Philanthropy or charity

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Which muckraker wrote about political corruption?

Lincoln Steffens

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"The dead bodies were the answer." - What does this quote suggest about the outcome Triangular Shirtwaist Factory?

The women weren't listened to before the fire, but now after their death everyone starts to listen.

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What book did Upton Sinclair write?

The Jungle

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What is a muckraker?

Someone who exposes problems

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Identify 3 causes to the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

A burning cigarette, no sprinkler system, no inspections, overcrowding, fire escaped collapsed, exit door was locked, fire hose was rusted

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Why did businesses and the government turn a "blind eye" to the problems of workers?

They only cared about money and power

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John D Rockefeller's company was called

Standard Oil

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What were 5 problems workers faced in the progressive era?

Unsafe conditions for work, No protection, Child labor, Poor living conditions, Poor salary (8-10 dollars per week), Long hours (16)

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Which Muckraker wrote "How the Other Half Lives?"

Jacob Riis

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Which muckraker exposed big business and monoplies?

Ida Tarbell

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