Senator Alben Barkley campaigns for Democrats

Senator Alben Barkley campaigns for Democrats

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Social Studies, History, Political Science

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript outlines the Democratic platform's proposals to reduce tariffs, cut government expenses, and restore markets for American agriculture and industry. It emphasizes the need to boost farmers' purchasing power and create jobs for American workers. The speaker urges support for Democratic candidates, including Franklin D. Roosevelt and John Garner, and commits to using their influence in Congress to implement these changes for all Americans, regardless of geography, politics, religion, or wealth.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Democratic platform propose regarding the Hoover-Grande tariff law?

To increase the rates

To maintain the current rates

To abolish the law entirely

To reduce the rates

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the goals mentioned for American agriculture and industry?

To focus solely on domestic markets

To restore global market access

To reduce production

To increase tariffs on exports

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is proposed to help American workers?

Increase taxes

Provide job opportunities

Implement stricter labor laws

Reduce working hours

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the Democratic candidate for vice president mentioned in the speech?

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Calvin Coolidge

John Garner

Herbert Hoover

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on the inclusivity of the proposed laws?

They will favor wealthy individuals

They will be inclusive of all Americans

They will focus on urban areas

They will prioritize religious groups