Question

how did the supreme court limit the success of reform during the progressive era?
the court sometimes repealed laws or parts of laws that concerned reform.
the court changed the wording of legislation so that it was less effective.
the court struck down progressive laws because of minor technicalities.
the court refused to hear cases concerning reform laws.

Explanation:

During the Progressive Era, the Supreme Court had the power of judicial review. One of the ways it limited reform was by using this power to strike down laws. Repealing laws (which is more of a legislative action) isn't the main way the Court acted. Changing wording of legislation isn't a typical Court role. Refusing to hear cases isn't as common as using judicial review. Striking down laws on technicalities (like using interpretations of the Constitution that didn't align with progressive goals) was a way the Court limited reform success. For example, in some labor - related progressive laws, the Court might use interpretations of the due - process clause in a way that invalidated the law.

Answer:

The court struck down progressive laws because of minor technicalities.