Why was it so important that a bill of rights be added to the constitution? a. to establish a set of strict rules for the states to follow b. to prevent the states from overthrowing the federal government c. to keep the federal government from suppressing fundamental rights d. to deny citizens the right to petition the government for redress of grievances

Which statements describe how reformers fought for social change in the progressive era? check all that apply. 1. they founded a state university to promote industrialization. 2. they began a civil rights movement to promote equality between races. 3. they made it legal to manufacture and sell alcohol. 4. they built thousands of new schools and required attendance. 5. they promoted abstinence from alcohol and supported prohibition.