Who was Eugene V. Debs and what was significant about his 1920 presidential campaign?

Eugene V. Debs and His Campaign

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
He was an independent candidate who supported the war.
He was a Socialist candidate who ran from prison.
He was a Democratic candidate who opposed World War I.
He was a Republican candidate who won the 1920 election.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What led to Eugene V. Debs' imprisonment during his presidential campaign?
He was involved in a financial scandal.
He attempted to flee the country.
He criticized U.S. involvement in World War I.
He was caught spying for another nation.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the Espionage Act amendment's impact on Eugene V. Debs?
It led to his release from prison.
It provided him with additional campaign funds.
It restricted his ability to speak against the war.
It allowed him to campaign freely.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did the Socialist Party respond to Debs' imprisonment?
They merged with another party.
They chose a different candidate.
They withdrew from the election.
They nominated him as their candidate.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was notable about Debs' performance in the 1920 election?
He won the presidency.
He did not receive any votes.
He received the most votes for a Socialist candidate.
He lost by a significant margin.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What action did Warren G. Harding take regarding Eugene V. Debs?
He ignored Debs' case entirely.
He released Debs from prison.
He appointed Debs to a government position.
He extended Debs' prison sentence.
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