The Rise of Populism in Post-Reconstruction South Carolina
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- Q1What was a primary characteristic of the populism movement in South Carolina during the late 19th century?Support for higher taxesFocus on industrializationAn appeal to the common people, particularly farmers and working-class citizensAdvocacy for urban elites30s
- Q2Who emerged as a significant leader of the populism movement in South Carolina?Benjamin TillmanRobert SmallsAndrew JacksonHiram Revels30s
- Q3What economic challenges did farmers in South Carolina face during the late 19th century?Falling crop prices and rising debtsAccess to abundant financial resourcesStable income and low debtsIncreased crop prices and reduced workloads30s
- Q4What aspect of society did Tillman's populism significantly promote?Integration of African AmericansEquality in voting rightsSupport for African American leadershipRacial segregation30s
- Q5What did Tillman advocate for in terms of economic policy?Deregulation of industriesRegulation of railroads and accessible creditInvestment in urban centersHigher tariffs on imports30s
- Q6What was the effect of the populism movement on African American voters?Enhanced civil rightsDisenfranchisementIncreased political representationGreater economic opportunities30s
- Q7What complex legacy did populism leave in South Carolina?Promoted industrial growth onlyEliminated economic disparities completelyChampioned economic reform while perpetuating racial injusticeUnified all racial groups30s
- Q8During which era did the political shift in South Carolina occur?During the Civil WarBefore the American RevolutionFollowing the Reconstruction eraIn the early 20th century30s
- Q9What was one of the main grievances that populist leaders like Tillman addressed?Cultural rights of Native AmericansReligious freedoms of minoritiesSocial needs of urban workersEconomic struggles of white farmers30s
- Q10What changes did populism bring to the Democratic Party in South Carolina?Shift to a more inclusive platformElimination of party leadershipAbandonment of all economic policiesReforms and changes in electoral processes30s