Palmer Raids Quiz

What were the main groups that wanted to change the world after World War I ended in 1918?

• The Allies and the Axis Powers

• Communists, Socialists, and Anarchists

• The League of Nations

• Industrialists and Bankers

How did the Communist Party change Russia's government system in 1917?

• By implementing a democratic republic

• Through a peaceful transition to a constitutional monarchy

• By overthrowing the government and establishing a new communist government

• By introducing capitalist reforms

What is the key difference between communism/socialism and capitalism?

• The role of the government in the economy

• The importance of private property

• The distribution of wealth among citizens

• All of the above

What did anarchists believe in?

• Strong central government

• The abolition of all government and institutions

• A classless society through peaceful reform

• The rule of law and order

Why did the United States start to worry about these groups in 1919?

• Because of their popularity in elections

• Due to a series of labor strikes and bombings

• They had no impact on the United States

• Because of their support for the war effort

What were the Palmer Raids and what was their purpose?

• A series of public awareness campaigns about the dangers of communism

• Raids conducted to find and deport immigrant criminals

• Law enforcement efforts to suppress and arrest anarchists and communists

• Investigations into corporate malfeasance

How did the "Red Scare" influence American society?

• Causing widespread fear of immigrants.

• By creating fear of being labeled as a communist or even a sympathizer.

• Both A and B

Describe the events that led to the increase in fear of communists in America.

• The success of the Russian Revolution

• The booming post-war economy

• Labor strikes, bombings, and the spread of communist ideas

• The signing of peace treaties ending World War I

What was the outcome of the Palmer Raids for those arrested?

• Most were found guilty of crimes and sentenced to prison

• Many were deported without trial

• Most were acquitted and released

• They were given government positions

What did Palmer claim would happen on May 1, 1920?

• a capitalist revolution

• an anarchist revolution

• a communist revolution