How Did the American Progressive Movement Begin and Evolve

Multiple Choice

How did the American progressive movement begin and evolve?

A) It originated at the federal level of government and worked its way down to rank-and-file Americans.
B) It began at the federal level of government and essentially stayed there.
C) It began at the grassroots level and percolated up to the national level of government.
D) It started at the local level and had very little effect on state and national governments.