The Populist Party

Question 1

In the late 1800s, which of the following did the People’s Party believe would give the people more political power?

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choosing senators through direct election

Question 2

In 1892, the People’s Party convention produced

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the Omaha Platform.

Question 3

Which event in the history of the Populist movement happened first?

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the Populist—or People’s—Party was formed

Question 4

Following the 1896 presidential election, the two major political parties

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adopted much of the People’s Party’s platform.

Question 5

Which of the following was a factor that contributed to the formation of the People’s Party in 1891?

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Farmers wanted a political party that represented their interests.

Question 6

The People’s Party supported fighting deflation by circulating

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more silver coins.

Question 7

The famous speech that William Jennings Bryan gave at the Democratic convention of 1896 became known as

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the “Cross of Gold” speech.

Question 8

As part of the Omaha Platform, the People’s Party demanded that

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people who made more money pay a higher percentage in taxes.

Question 9

In his 1896 bid for president, William Jennings Bryan was supported by both the

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People’s and the Democratic parties.

Question 10

In 1892, the first national convention of the People’s Party was held in

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Omaha, Nebraska.

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