contestada


What was the name for writers during the Progressive Era who tried to show the American public something wrong in
society?

Respuesta :

anjunat

Answer:

Muckraker

Explanation:

Named by Theodore Roosevelt, these journalists/writers who tried to expose corruption and problems in society during the Progressive Era were called muckrakers.

A popular "muckraker" was Ida B. Tarbell who exposed many scandals and wrongdoings of Rockefeller's Standard Oil Company.

Hope this helps!! :)

Otras preguntas