The Election of 1924 Explained

The video explores the 1924 U.S. presidential election, highlighting Calvin Coolidge's campaign and the internal divisions within the Democratic Party. Coolidge, running on a conservative platform, faced little opposition from the Democrats, who were split between William Gibbs McAdoo and Al Smith. The Progressive Party, led by Robert La Follette, also played a role but failed to significantly impact the election outcome. Ultimately, Coolidge won decisively, maintaining the Republican status quo during the Roaring Twenties.

What was the economic condition of the United States during the 1924 election?

• The economy was in a recession.

• The economy was booming.

• The economy was stagnant.

• The economy was declining.

Which political figure did Calvin Coolidge emulate in his rise to the presidency?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Woodrow Wilson

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Teddy Roosevelt

What was a key aspect of Calvin Coolidge's campaign in 1924?

• Promoting international trade agreements

• Increasing military spending

• Lowering taxes and maintaining high tariffs

• Expanding government subsidies

Who were the two main Democratic figures involved in the party split during the 1924 election?

• Calvin Coolidge and Teddy Roosevelt

• Woodrow Wilson and Franklin D. Roosevelt

• John Davis and Robert La Follette

• William Gibbs McAdoo and Al Smith

What was John Davis's stance on major reforms like child labor laws?

• He supported them at the national level.

• He opposed them at the national level.

• He was indifferent to them.

• He actively campaigned for them.

Which party did Robert La Follette represent in the 1924 election?

• Republican Party

• Democratic Party

• Socialist Party

• Progressive Party

What was the main focus of the Progressive Party's platform in 1924?

• Isolationist foreign policy

• Farm subsidies and labor rights

• Military expansion

• Tax cuts for the wealthy

Which region primarily supported John Davis in the 1924 election?

• The Northeast

• The West Coast

• The Deep South

• The Midwest

What percentage of the popular vote did Calvin Coolidge receive in the 1924 election?

• 45%

• 54%

• 60%

• 29%

What trend in American politics was evident from the 1924 election results?

• A focus on internationalism

• A rise in socialist influence

• A conservative trend favoring the status quo

• A shift towards liberal policies