PART A: Which TWO of the following statements best identify the central ideas of this text? A The Progressive Era was a time whe
n all changes in society provided more freedom and rights for the American people. B The Progressive Era was a time when many changes were made to address concerns of the average American and the country’s future. C The Progressive Era was led by women and minorities in America and did not look out for the interests of the average American. D The Progressive Era was led by the business magnates who had enough economic influence to create legal change. E The Progressive Era was a time when people were fighting for equal rights for black Americans and women. F The Progressive Era was a moment of liberalism that has finally achieved all of its goals of equality and justice today.
Option: A. The Progressive Era was a time when all changes in society provided more freedom and rights for the American people.
B. The Progressive Era was a time when many changes were made to address concerns of the average American and the country’s future.
Explanation:
The progressive era began in the 1890s to the 1920s, which focus on the social and political issues in America. Reformers wanted to change and reform the situations by addressing the problem of corrupt government, health issues, and workers living and working conditions. The progressive era also saw the suffrage movement, which ensures women's rights and role in politics by running for office.
Change champions are individuals within an organization that volunteer or are selected to facilitate change. The champion is an active member within the change management project during all of its stages (Thompson, Estabrooks & Degner, 2004).
