Eugene V. Debs leaves Atlanta Federal Prison and is presented a bouquet of flowers.

Eugene V. Debs leaves Atlanta Federal Prison and is presented a bouquet of flowers.

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The transcript discusses a campaign hindered by imprisonment for opposing US war participation. Despite this, the individual becomes a rallying point for those disillusioned with Harding and Cox. He garners support from dissidents, labor movements, women's rights pioneers, and socialists, who are drawn to his charm and arguments during the election.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the campaigner's imprisonment?

Espionage

Tax evasion

Speaking out against US participation in the war

Fraudulent activities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the campaigner become a rallying point for some people?

He promised economic prosperity

He had a large financial backing

People were dissatisfied with Harding and Cox

He was a war hero

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which groups were influenced by the campaigner's arguments?

Labor movements and socialists

Business tycoons

Religious leaders

Military personnel

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key appeals of the campaigner to the dissidents?

His financial acumen

His charm and persuasive arguments

His military strategies

His technological innovations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a group mentioned as influenced by the campaigner?

Longstanding socialists

Environmental activists

Labor movement

Pioneers for women's rights