8th SS Unit 2 Ch 2 Flashcard

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How did mechanization affect farmers?

Back

Increased productivity and reduced labor costs

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What was the original purpose of the Patrons of Husbandry and the Granger movement? How did the Granger movement change over time?

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The original purpose was to educate farmers, and it evolved to include political advocacy for agricultural interests.

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How did the views of Bourbon Democrats differ from those of members of the Granger movement? What effect did this have?

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Bourbon Democrats supported laissez-faire economics, while Grangers advocated for government intervention in agriculture.

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What were the "Granger cases"?

Back

A series of legal cases in the United States that dealt with regulating railroad pricing.

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How did the views of supporters of the gold standard and Free Silverites differ?

Back

Supporters of the gold standard wanted currency backed by gold, while Free Silverites wanted currency backed by both gold and silver.

Front

What was the "Cross of Gold" speech?

Back

A speech opposing the gold standard

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Why was the People’s Party less successful in the South?

Back

Due to strong Democratic dominance in the region

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What do you think was the reason for placing the years 1776 and 1876 on the poster?

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To commemorate the American Revolution and the Centennial Exposition