Ku Klux Klan
True or False?
The Ku Klux Klan was founded in 1865 to promote civil rights for African Americans.
False. The Ku Klux Klan was made to OPPOSE Civil rights for African Americans
Which country was most associated with communism during the Red Scare?
The Soviet Union (or USSR)
What is the primary goal of a labor union?
To protect workers' rights and improve working conditions.
In what state was the Ku Klux Klan originally founded in 1865?
Tennessee
What was the goal of the Ku Klux Klan
to promote white supremacy by opposing civil rights for minorities and in stow hatred among racial groups through violence, intimidation, and political influence.
What was the Red Scare about?
The Red Scare was a time when people in the U.S. were afraid of communism and worried that communists might take over the government.
What is the primary purpose of a labor strike, and how does it give workers leverage over employers?
A labor strike is when workers stop working to protest unfair wages, poor conditions, or other grievances. It gives workers leverage by disrupting production and pressuring employers to meet their demands.
In 1894, this nationwide strike against the Pullman Company disrupted rail traffic across the country and led to federal troops being called in, resulting in violent clashes and multiple deaths.
The Pullman Strike
"In the 1920s, the Ku Klux Klan expanded its influence beyond the South. Which group did they target, in addition to African Americans? Only need to mention 2 of the 3.
Immigrants, Catholics, and Jews.
Which U.S. policy, influenced by the fear of communism during the Red Scare, aimed to contain the spread of communism globally?
The Truman Doctrine.
What is the name of the workers' rights law passed in 1938 that set standards for minimum wage, overtime, and child labor?
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
This influential labor leader helped found the American Federation of Labor (AFL) in 1886, focusing on higher wages, shorter workdays, and better working conditions for skilled workers. He served as the AFL’s president for nearly 40 years.
Samuel Gompers
What was the primary symbol of the Ku Klux Klan, often used during their rallies and attacks?
The burning cross.
Which U.S. government agency was responsible for investigating suspected communists during the Red Scare?
The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation).
What was the name of the 1919 strike in Boston that involved police officers demanding better pay and working conditions?
The Boston Police Strike
Which event in 1919, involving a series of bombings, heightened fears of communism and led to the Palmer Raids?
The 1919 Anarchist Bombings.
During the 1920s, the Ku Klux Klan reached its peak membership, with estimates of over 4 million members. Which states saw the highest activity of the Klan during this period? Mention 2 out of the 3 possible answers for points.
Indiana, Oregon, and Texas.
Which case in 1920 was an example of paranoia and nativism of the era, and what were then names of the convictants?
The case of Sacco and Vanzetti
What major event in 1911 led to significant labor reforms in the U.S., particularly in terms of workplace safety regulations?
The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire.
Which early 20th-century labor leader, known for his work with the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), was famously sentenced to prison for opposing U.S. involvement in World War I?
Eugene V. Debs.