The Jungle
Definition
"The Jungle" is a novel written by Upton Sinclair in 1906 that exposed the harsh conditions and exploited lives of immigrants in the United States, particularly focusing on the meatpacking industry in Chicago.
Analogy
Think of "The Jungle" as an undercover documentary exposing the dark secrets behind your favorite fast-food restaurant. It's shocking, revealing, and changes how you view what you consume.
Related terms
Muckrakers: Journalists who exposed societal issues during the Progressive Era. They're like investigative reporters digging up dirt to bring about change.
Progressive Era: A period of widespread social activism and political reform across the United States from the 1890s to 1920s. Imagine it as a nationwide spring cleaning where everyone works together to tidy up society's messes.
Food and Drug Act (1906): This act was passed to prevent adulterated or misbranded food and drugs from being sold. It's like a strict parent checking Halloween candy before kids can eat it, ensuring safety first.
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Which reform was a direct result of Upton Sinclair's 1904 novel, The Jungle?
Who was the author of "The Jungle," a novel that highlighted the plight of immigrants in urban areas?
Who was a prominent muckraker during the Progressive Era known for his work "The Jungle" which exposed unsanitary conditions in meatpacking plants?
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