Question

PLEASE HELP! I POSTED THIS BEFORE AND GOT NO RESPONSE Why was Jacob Riis was important to the Progressive Movement. Check all that apply.
A. He was the founder of a settlement house.
B. He was a photographer who documented problems in American cities.
C. He was an advocate for children and the poor

Answer 1

Jacob Riss was an immigrant who came to America and later became a photographer. He then began to photograph the life of Americans living in poverty. Once his photos were released to the public, restrictions and health regulations came into place in order to clean up American streets and better the life of poor people. The answer is B.

Answer 2

He was a photographer who documented problems in American cities.

He was an advocate for children and the poor.