Question

Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt was considered a president who was also a Progressive reformer because he:
A.

Attempted to control corporations, protect consumers, and promote environmental conservation
B.

Attempted to overturn Plessy v Ferguson, protect consumers and promote temperance
C.

Attempted to overturn Plessy v Ferguson, protect national parks and promote civil rights
D.

Wrote the novel The Jungle.

Answer 1

Answer:

A) Attempted to control corporations, protect consumers, and promote environmental conservation

Explanation:

Rooselvelt was known for trying to control big corporations. He did this to protect consumers. However, he was most known for promoting environmental conservation, making the first state and national parks, such as Yellowstone. Also, he did not write the novel the jungle, nor was he alive during the civil rights movement, eliminating the others.