Quiz on Political Science in the Gilded Age

What is a political machine?

• An organization that works to win elections

• A system of government corruption

• A group of wealthy individuals who control politics

• A political party that dominates a specific region

Which political machine was most famous in the late 19th century?

• Democratic Machine

• Chicago Machine

• Boss Tweed Machine

• Tammany Hall

What was the main goal of political machines?

• To provide valuable services to immigrants and the poor

• To eliminate corruption in government

• To gain power and control over politics

• To promote democracy and transparency

What was the role of Tammany Hall in New York City?

• To control city jobs and contracts

• To provide assistance to families in need

• To expose government corruption

• To promote political reform

What was the main accusation in the Credit Mobilier scandal?

• Bribery of Congressmen

• Embezzlement of funds

• Overcharging the public for construction costs

• Tax evasion

What was the purpose of the Civil Service Act of 1883?

• To increase political favoritism

• To create a merit system for federal employees

• To reduce government spending

• To promote corruption in government

What did the Sherman Anti-Trust Act of 1890 forbid?

• Combinations and practices that restrained trade

• Labor unions and their activities

• Government control of the currency

• Monopolies and trusts

What was the main focus of the Populist Party?

• Eliminating corruption in government

• Promoting the interests of farmers and industrial workers

• Supporting big business and corporations

• Expanding civil rights for African Americans

What was the subtreasury plan proposed by the Populist Party?

• Storing grain in government warehouses

• Recognition of labor unions

• Government ownership of railroads

• Graduated income tax

Why did industrial workers not join the Populist movement?

• The Populist calls for free coinage of silver would lead to inflation

• They were opposed to government intervention

• They were not interested in political reform

• They were already satisfied with their working conditions