Which of the following best describes what united progressive reformers?
a embracing the practices of big business owners
b. opposing the expansion of voting rights for women
c. refuting the laissez-faire attitudes of the gilded age
d. believing that citizens were too involved in democracy

The correct answer here is the option C.

Explanation:

The progressive reformers were people who fought the atrocious laws and explaotions that were rampant in the United States during th Gilded Age. The work conditions of the Gilded Age were rightfully awful and they were unsafe, unsanitary and abusing. The workers were heavily exploited in the factories as the worked in harsh environments for low pay.

The Progressive Movement Quick Check

1. C

2. A

3. D

4. B

5. D

b]to spread the message of black power