Economic Factors
What economic factor primarily contributed to the Populist Revolt?
Rapid industrialization
What was the purpose of Roosevelt's Square Deal?
To provide a balanced approach to labor and business interests by addressing the issues of trusts which restrained trade.
Who was the first president to side with labor over management in a labor dispute? What was the dispute called?
Teddy Roosevelt
Which amendment was passed as a result of the temperance movement?
Eighteenth Amendment
What was the name given to the group of people who were known for illuminating issues to the public during this time period.
Muckrakers.
What monetary policy did the Populists advocate for to alleviate farmers' debts?
Free and unlimited coinage of silver
The temperance movement sought to do what?
Outlaw the sale of alcoholic beverages
Who was the leading figure in the conservationist movement during Roosevelt's presidency?
John Muir
What did the Populist Party demand concerning the election of senators?
Direct election by voters
What did urbanization and industrialization shift focus towards in federal offices?
Federal offices began focusing on city votes
What was one of the main grievances farmers had against the railroads during the Populist Revolt?
Railroads charged unfair rates due to their monopoly power
Which group did the Populist Party primarily represent?
Farmers and agrarian interests
Who was a significant advocate for the temperance movement?
Frances Willard
What was the primary focus of the Sixteenth Amendment?
To implement a graduated income tax
What was a significant environmental controversy during Roosevelt’s presidency?
The Hetch Hetchy Valley dam project
What was a major consequence of the election of 1896 for American politics?
The collapse of the Populist Party
What was a common request by the Populists for the length of the workday?
Reduce to eight-hour work days.
Who was the Democratic candidate that campaigned actively across the country during the Election of 1896?
William Jennings Bryan
What was the primary goal of the Eighteenth Amendment?
To prohibit the manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages
How did conservationists differ from preservationists in their approach to land use?
Conservationists believed in responsible management of natural resources
How did the Populists propose to reduce the gap between the rich and poor?
Implementing a graduated income tax
Who were the preservationists?
Preservationists were those believed that people can have access to the land, but only utilize it for beauty and inspiration.
Who was a prominent leader and advocate for the Populist Party’s militant approach?
Mary Ellen Lease
What legislation aimed to regulate trusts but was mostly used to curb labor unions?
Sherman Antitrust Act
What was a major consequence of the rise of the Progressive Movement?
Increased awareness and activism for social reforms