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Farming in the Gilded Age

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What was a key economic reform proposed by the Populist Party?

Graduated income tax (correct)

Tariffs on imported goods

Tax exemptions for big businesses

Sales tax on agricultural products

Which of the following was NOT a demand put forth by the Populist Party?

Direct, popular election of senators

Government ownership of railroads

Lowering protective tariffs for manufacturing

Increasing national banks' power (correct)

Why did the Populist Party draw more support during an economic recession?

Due to their focus on international markets

For addressing farmers' victimization by Big Money (correct)

Because they supported Eastern financial interests

By downplaying economic realities

What effect did William Jennings Bryan's 'Cross of Gold' speech have on the Populist Party?

It led to the dissolution of the Populist Party Signup and view all the answers

What eventual outcome did the Progressives achieve regarding the policies originally endorsed by the Populists?

They advanced many of the Populist Party's policies Signup and view all the answers

Why did the rapid transformation into an urban, industrial power come at the expense of America's rural community?

Because farmers were becoming more distressed and discontented with the changes. Signup and view all the answers

What contributed to the increase in demand for food in the United States following the Civil War?

Significant immigration and urbanization Signup and view all the answers

How did the surplus production of wheat impact the American farmers economically?

It led to a decrease in prices, causing financial difficulties for farmers. Signup and view all the answers

What effect did protective tariffs have on American farm goods in foreign markets?

They faced retaliation in the form of tariffs from foreign nations. Signup and view all the answers

Why were export markets dwindling for American farmers during the Gilded Age?

Due to bumper crops in South America and Europe Signup and view all the answers

Why did farmers in the Gilded Age join organizations like the Grange and Farmers' Alliances?

To combat monopolistic pricing by railroads and grain elevators Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary target of the Grange's efforts in challenging economic policies?

Monopolistic pricing of the railroads Signup and view all the answers

How did the Supreme Court ruling in Munn v. Illinois affect the relationship between government and businesses?

It allowed for government regulation of businesses affecting the public interest Signup and view all the answers

What caused farmers to believe that they needed national legislation following the Wabash Case?

The nullification of state regulations on interstate commerce Signup and view all the answers

Why did farmers suggest using 'greenbacks' and silver to back the currency at the national level?

To counter the effects of deflation and help pay off debts more easily Signup and view all the answers