Populist Party Test

Front

Why did Plains farmers in the late 1800s tend to support bimetallism?

Back

It would put more money in circulation.

Front

What was the name of the Famous Speech that William Jennings Bryan makes while he's campaigning for President?

Back

"You shall not crucify humanity on this cross of gold" speech

Front

Bimetallism was the use of what two metals to support the American dollar?

Back

Silver and Gold

Front

Who won the election of 1896?

Back

Republicans (McKinley)

Front

What was the main reason the Populist Party emerged in the late 19th century? Options: To advocate for the rights of immigrants., To address the concerns of farmers and workers facing economic hardship., To promote the expansion of the United States into new territories., To support the growing power of corporations and industrialization.

Back

To address the concerns of farmers and workers facing economic hardship.

Front

Which of the following was NOT a reform advocated by the Populist Party? Government regulation of industries like railroads., Graduated Income Tax, The establishment of a national bank controlled by the government., The direct election of senators.

Back

The establishment of a national bank controlled by the government.

Front

What is the name of the alliances of farmers?

Back

Grange

Front

Who supported farmers and industrial workers politically?

Back

Populist Party

Front

Who was the champion of the Populist Party but ran for President as a Democrat?

Back

William Jennings Bryan

Front

Who did the Populist Party's voice represent? Options: Big Business, Rich Bankers, Farmers and Industrial Workers

Back

Farmers and Industrial Workers