Muckrakers, Ida Tarbell, Upton Sinclair, Jacob Riis, Progressive Era

How did the work of muckrakers during the Progressive Era lead to significant social and political reforms in the United States? This lesson and activity examines the background and impact of the rise of muckrakers and the political and social reforms that took place during the Progressive Era in the United States. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. They will answer the final summary question to apply their knowledge.

Included in this resource:

Do Now - Muckraker quote analysis
Muckrakers reading passage with graphic organizer scaffolding questions
Ida Tarbell POV with scaffolding questions
Upton Sinclair POV with scaffolding questions
Jacob Riis POV with scaffolding questions
Lincoln Steffens POV with scaffolding questions
Muckraker Investigation Activity with rubric
Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: Why was the work of muckrakers during the Progressive Era crucial in bringing about changes in American society?
Answer key for teachers
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