Populist Party and 19th Century Reforms

The video discusses the evolution of farmer movements in the late 19th century, focusing on the Grange and Farmers' Alliances. It highlights the formation of the Populist Party and its Omaha Platform, which advocated for economic reforms like a flexible national currency and progressive income tax. The video also covers the push for direct election of senators and nationalization of industries, illustrating the Populist Party's impact on American politics.

What was the primary goal of The Grange in the 19th century?

• To create a new political party

• To establish a national bank

• To regulate railroads at the state level

• To promote international trade

Which organization aimed to promote higher commodity prices through collective action?

• The Populist Party

• The Grange

• Farmers' Alliances

• The Federal Reserve

What was the main reason for the formation of the Populist Party?

• To support industrialists

• To address farmers' issues

• To promote urban development

• To oppose the abolition of slavery

Which of the following was NOT a demand of the Omaha Platform?

• Abolition of the federal government

• Direct election of senators

• Progressive income tax

• Flexible national currency

What was the significance of the Omaha Platform's demand for government ownership of railroads and telegraphs?

• It sought to eliminate all taxes

• It aimed to reduce government intervention

• It represented a move towards socialism

• It was a call for increased privatization

What economic condition did the Populist Party aim to address with the free coining of silver?

• Inflation

• Deflation

• Stagflation

• Hyperinflation

How did the Populist Party view the direct election of senators?

• As a strategy to strengthen state legislatures

• As a method to decrease voter participation

• As a means to reduce special interest influence

• As a way to increase corruption

Who was the Populist Party's presidential candidate in the 1892 election?

• Grover Cleveland

• William Jennings Bryan

• Benjamin Harrison

• James Weaver

What was unique about Grover Cleveland's presidency?

• He served two consecutive terms

• He was the youngest president

• He was the first president to be impeached

• He served two non-consecutive terms

Which party did the Populist Party primarily challenge in the 1892 election?

• The Greenback Party

• The Whig Party

• The Republican Party

• The Democratic Party