Why did progressives believe that strong government action was the only way to tackle the social and economic problems of industrialization?

The problem was that, through unfettered capitalism, industrialization had led to an underclass of people who had little-to-nothing in the way of financial and social resources. The main thrust of progressivism was that governmental action could help make sure that those without could be lifted up to where they were able to survive, thrive, and be productive members of society.

in the genesis two, God, now referred to by the personal name Yahweh, creates Adam, the first man, from dust and places him in the Garden of Eden, where he is given dominion over the animals.