How did the Progressive era reformers respond to the excesses of rapid industrialization and urbanization? What key areas of reform did they address and were they successful?

In this assignment you will use primary documents, in addition to other course materials, in an analytical argument. You will upload the assignment through the link at the bottom of this page. Worth up to 100 points, or one letter grade (10%) of your semester grade. Details: Rule of Three Analytical format 3-4 pages (minimum of 5 paragraphs), double spaced, 12 pt type, 1 inch margins. Grammar, logic, and clarity count. Specific and detailed evidence required. Use of a minimum of four primary documents posted in the Blackboard materials or from the American Yawp are required http://www.americanyawp.com/index.html Note that you may (and should) use secondary source materials (the text, lectures, etc.) as well in this paper, but you must also incorporate primary source documents as part of your argument/evidence. Essay Checklist Be sure to: Have a strong rule of three thesis statement Use “Rule of Three” style Use a minimum of 4 primary source documents as evidence Properly cite using footnotes in Turabian/Chicago style Write 3-4 pages Item Prompt How did the Progressive era reformers respond to the excesses of rapid industrialization and urbanization? What key areas of reform did they address and were they successful? Think broadly about the Progressive Era first – what are the key political, social, and economic trends/reforms? What documents have you read that address these issues? Who are the key reformers of the era? You may wish to concept map or outline key issues first and then pull out your three strongest arguments to develop more fully in the essay