Question

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what did progressives wish to achieve?

a. a return to farm life

b. a higher population

c. limits on african american rights

d. healthier, better educated citizens

Explanation:

Progressives (early 20th-century U.S. reformers) focused on social and political improvements. Their goals included public health reforms and expanding education to create an informed, healthy populace. Options A (return to farm life) contradicts urbanization trends; B (higher population) was not a core goal; C (limiting rights) opposed progressive ideals of equality. Thus, D aligns with progressive objectives.

Answer:

D. Healthier, better educated citizens