Voting Rights and Reconstruction Era Quiz

A scandal during Grant's presidency involving bribery and kickbacks to government officials.

A scandal where government officials defrauded the U.S. of excise tax on whiskey.

A law aimed at reforming the spoils system in federal appointments.

A key political figure known for his populist views in the late 19th century.

A famous speech by Bryan advocating for bimetallism and against the gold standard.

Groups that supported the free coinage of silver for economic relief.

An African American leader who promoted economic independence through vocational training.

An African American intellectual who advocated for immediate civil rights.

A labor protest in Chicago in 1886 that turned violent when a bomb was thrown.

Agreements that prevent employees from joining unions, used by employers.

Leader of the American Federation of Labor who advocated for labor rights.

A protest march by unemployed workers led by Jacob Coxey in 1894.

A major strike in 1894 that resulted in federal intervention.

Immigrants working for lower wages made labor strikes harder.

Difficulty communicating that hindered immigrant workers' organization into unions.

Roosevelt intervened to mediate labor disputes in the early 1900s.

A social reformer who co-founded Hull House in Chicago to provide social services to immigrants.

Community centers that provided services like childcare, English classes, and counseling.

An African American journalist known for her anti-lynching campaign.

Ida B. Wells championed women's rights alongside her anti-lynching efforts.

A business model where a company controls every stage of production.

A strategy to eliminate competition by merging with or acquiring competitors.

A leading figure in the steel industry, known for implementing the Bessemer process for steel production.

The sport was invented by YMCA instructors in the 1890s.

Fees required to vote, often discriminatory.

Examinations to determine if voters could read or write, often unfairly applied.

An agricultural scientist known for promoting peanut uses.

Regulations allowing individuals to vote if their ancestors had the right to vote.

Supreme Court case that legalized racial segregation under the 'separate but equal' doctrine.

Poorly designed apartment buildings for low-income families in urban areas.

Supreme Court case that overturned Plessy v. Ferguson, declaring segregation in schools unconstitutional.

Legislation aimed at prohibiting obscene materials in mail.

Political tactic used to evoke Civil War emotions to gain support.

A policy favoring native-born inhabitants over immigrants.

A religious movement aimed at social reform, addressing issues in slums.

1882 law that banned Chinese immigration and denied U.S. citizenship to Chinese nationals.

Refers to the U.S. Congress of the 1880s noted for its extravagant spending and surplus.

The gathering of immigrants from similar backgrounds in specific areas.

Approximately 25% of Italian immigrants returned to their home country.

A violent event where rail cars were overturned, highlighting conflicts between workers and industry.

Government troops moved in during the rail strike to ensure mail delivery and restore order.

A coalition formed by farmers aimed at addressing agricultural and economic issues.

Monopolies that exploited farmers, leading to efforts for reform.

Farmers faced drought, insects, and debt, complicating their livelihoods.

Legislation aimed at breaking up tribal entities and promoting individual land ownership among Native Americans.

Forced cultural assimilation of Native Americans, impacting their traditions and identity.

Individuals who illegally jumped the gun to claim land in Oklahoma during the land rush.