Oklahoma History Chapter 13 Flashcard

Front

In Oklahoma, what influenced the first actions of the legislature?

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The Progressive Movement

Front

What was established in Oklahoma in 1909 to train teachers? Options: The Department of Indian Affairs, The Department of Education, 10 Normal Schools, 3 Normal Schools

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3 Normal Schools

Front

What was a Supreme Court ruling that said segregation was legal as long as equal facilities were provided for African Americans?

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Plessy v. Ferguson

Front

True or False: In 1910, African Americans were 8% of the population in Oklahoma and many all-black towns existed.

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True

Front

What stated that a person could not vote unless they descended from a person who could vote in 1866 or could pass a written test? (This was created to limit voting power for African Americans.)

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Grandfather Clause

Front

Who became the first woman elected to state office as commissioner of charities and corrections?

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Kate Barnard

Front

Who worked on laws in Oklahoma for the protection of children, mentally ill, and orphans?

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Kate Barnard

Front

What town was made the capital of Oklahoma according to the Organic Act?

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Guthrie

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Why did Democrats in Oklahoma not like Guthrie being the state capital of Oklahoma?

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Because Guthrie was a Republican stronghold

Front

Who started the Oklahoma Department of Highways?

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Lee Cruce