Question

Choose ALL the correct answers.

Which three statements accurately describe the Populist Party?

Many farm protest organizations joined the Populist Party in 1892.
The Populist Party supported a free silver currency policy.
Republican voters were drawn to the Populist Party's platform.
The Populist Party wanted more government regulation.
The Populist Party wanted the government to subsidize corporations.

Answer 1

The Populist Party, formed in 1892, was a political response to farmers' and workers' issues, advocating for a free silver currency policy and increased government regulation while not being supported by Republican voters or wanting subsidies for corporation. Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct choices.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Populist Party, also known as the People's Party, had several key characteristics:

1. Many farm protest organizations joined the Populist Party in 1892, as they sought political action to tackle the challenges faced by farmers and the working class.
2. The Populist Party supported a free silver currency policy as a means to increase the wealth of farmers and the working class.
3. Republican voters were drawn to the Populist Party's platform, which included ideas such as a graduated income tax, direct election of U.S. Senators, and an eight-hour workday.