The Grange Movement Flashcards

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What is the Grange Movement?

The Patrons of Husbandry, an early national farm organization in the U.S. to help farmers.

What were the problems for farmers? (Select all that apply)

Debt (correct)

Overproduction (correct)

Natural disasters (correct)

High costs (correct)

What are the problems related to overproduction?

New technology produced more, which drives prices down too much.

What problems were caused by high costs for farmers?

Railroads charged high prices to transport goods, and storage facilities charged too much to store products. Signup and view all the answers

What problems do farmers face due to natural disasters?

They cannot control the weather, and severe droughts ruin crops. Signup and view all the answers

What issues do farmers encounter due to debt?

Farmers need money, so they borrow from banks but don't make enough to repay. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Grange Movement accomplish? (Select all that apply)

Passed laws that set fixed prices for maximum freight and passenger rates Signup and view all the answers

What is a third party?

A political party organized as opposition to the existing parties in a two-party system. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Populist Party want regarding the presidency?

They wanted a single term for the president and vice president. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Populist Party want regarding the workday? (Select all that apply)

8-hour workday Signup and view all the answers

What did the Populist Party advocate for regarding senators?

They wanted direct election of senators instead of by state legislatures. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Populist Party want regarding Native Americans and immigrants? (Select all that apply)

Assimilate Native Americans into American cultures Signup and view all the answers

What did the Populist Party want regarding government ownership?

They called for government ownership of railroads, telegraph, and telephone systems. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Populist Party want regarding taxes?

They wanted a graduated federal income tax. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Populist Party want regarding money?

Farmers wanted to inflate the currency by either printing paper money or coining silver. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Grange Movement

The Grange Movement, known as the Patrons of Husbandry, emerged as an early national farm organization in the U.S. aimed at supporting farmers.

Problems for Farmers

Major issues included overproduction, high costs, natural disasters, and debt leading to financial instability.

Overproduction Challenges

Advances in technology increased production capabilities.
Excess supply resulted in significantly lowered prices for crops, harming profit margins.

High Cost Issues

Railroads imposed steep charges for transporting agricultural goods.
Storage facilities also charged exorbitant fees for keeping products.

Natural Disaster Impact

Farmers faced uncontrollable weather conditions, including severe droughts that devastated crop yields.

Debt Difficulties

Farmers often borrowed money from banks due to financial needs.
Insufficient income made it challenging to repay these loans.

Accomplishments of the Grange Movement

Successfully lobbied for laws that established fixed maximum freight and passenger rates.
Advocated against railroad discrimination among locations and shippers.
Sought regulation of monopolies on essential farmer supplies like grain elevators and warehouses.

Third Party Definition

A third party is a political entity that arises in opposition to the dominant two-party system.

Populist Party Aims for Presidency

The Populist Party advocated for limiting the president and vice president to a single term.

Workday Demands of the Populist Party

Proposed an eight-hour workday to improve labor conditions.
Addressed "bread and butter" issues to widen their appeal beyond just the agricultural community.

Senate Election Changes

The Populist Party sought direct election of senators instead of selection by state legislatures to enhance democratic representation.

Native Americans and Immigration Stance

Advocated for restricting immigration and relocating Native Americans to reservations while promoting assimilation into American culture.

Government Ownership Proposals

Called for government ownership of railroads, as well as telegraph and telephone systems to ensure public control of essential services.

Taxation Changes Desired

Supported the implementation of a graduated federal income tax to mitigate inequality.

Monetary Policy Aspirations

Farmers desired to inflate currency by advocating for either the printing of paper money or the coining of silver, aiming to enhance their financial position.

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Test your knowledge of the Grange Movement with these flashcards. This quiz covers the origins, challenges faced by farmers, and the impact of overproduction. Great for visual learners looking to grasp the significance of this early national farm organization in the U.S.