Who is a progressive?
Introduction
With the increase in prosperity brought about by industrialization came a number of ills such as the exploitation of workers, including children. Unbridled capitalism and the pursuit of wealth, while also giving rise to the middle class, led to the greatest wealth disparity the country had ever seen at the expense of the working class, whose members found themselves working six or seven days a week up to 12 hours a day in horrible conditions, often not making enough to support themselves and their families. In response, a group of people emerged, the Progressives, who sought ways to make the lives of this wretched class better. Among the most prominent Progressives was President Theodore Roosevelt and his progressive sentiments are illustrated in his speech, Who is a Progressive?
Instructions
Review the speech at the following link:
Construct the case study by responding to the following prompts:
- According to Roosevelt, what are the characteristics of a progressive?
- Explain what are the characteristics of those who are “anti-progressive” and what types of activities do they engage in?
- What are the goals of progressivism and what areas of society should be addressed?
- Analyze what progressive achievements does Roosevelt highlight in his speech?
Make sure to cite and reference sources. Make sure that the writing is clear, well-developed, and free from spelling and grammatical errors. Please note that part of your grade is to include a documented example of the primary source.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
- Length: 2-3 pages (not including title page or references page)
- 1-inch margins
- Double spaced
- 12-point Times New Roman font
- Title page
- References page
- Use in-text citations that correspond with your end references
Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday
Rubric
Case Study Grading Rubric – 100 pts
Case Study Grading Rubric – 100 pts
| Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength |
| 5.0 ptsMeets length requirement |
0.0 ptsDoes not meet length requirement |
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5.0pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent |
| 10.0 ptsPaper addresses all aspects of the assignment. |
8.5 ptsPaper addresses most aspects of the assignment. |
7.5 ptsPaper addresses some aspects of the assignment. |
6.0 ptsPaper addresses few aspects of the assignment. |
0.0ptsNo effort |
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10.0pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis |
| 25.0 ptsThroughout the whole work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. |
22.0 ptsThroughout most of the work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. |
19.0 ptsThroughout some of the work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. |
15.0 ptsThroughout little of the work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. |
0.0ptsNo effort |
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25.0pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupport |
| 20.0 ptsThroughout the whole work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. |
17.0 ptsThroughout most of the work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. |
15.0 ptsThroughout some of the work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. |
12.0 ptsThroughout little of the work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. |
0.0ptsNo effort |
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20.0pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Mechanics, and Style |
| 20.0 ptsThroughout the whole work, the text is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
17.0 ptsThroughout most of the work, the text is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
15.0 ptsThroughout some of the work, the text is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
12.0 ptsThroughout little of the work, the text is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. |
0.0ptsNo effort |
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20.0pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation and Reference Formatting |
| 10.0 ptsThroughout the whole work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style. |
8.5 ptsThroughout most of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style. |
7.5 ptsThroughout some of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style. |
6.0 ptsThroughout little of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style. |
0.0 ptsPaper includes 1 or none of the following per APA style: title page, references page, correct margins, correct spacing, and correct font size. |
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10.0pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Title Page & References Page |
| 5.0 ptsPaper includes both title page and references page. |
2.5 ptsPaper includes either a title page or references page. |
0.0 ptsPaper does not include a title page or references page. |
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5.0pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePrimary Source Reference |
| 5.0 ptsPaper includes reference to the primary source provided within the case study. |
0.0 ptsPaper does not make reference to the primary source provided within the case study. |
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5.0pts |
| Total Points: 100.0
One thing i must add is for you to please look at the link that’s with the assignment, and all resources must be cited accurately to avoid plagiarism. Thank you much!!
Solution Preview
Who is Progressive?
In the early 20th century, the United States experienced a lot of growth in most of the industries. Such growth led to prosperity for the country. However, there was a lot of exploitation of the working class with some people forced to work for more than twelve hours each day and in unbearable conditions. There was also a great disparity that developed between the rich and the working people who were being exploited. Over time, there emerged a group of people who referred to themselves as Progressives.
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