A Level History - America - Practice Exam

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Which manifesto was associated with the Populist Party?

The New Deal
The Omaha Platform
The Greenback Agenda
The Freedom Manifesto

The correct answer is: The Omaha Platform

The Omaha Platform is closely associated with the Populist Party as it was adopted in 1892 and outlined the party's core principles and demands. This platform represented the interests of farmers, laborers, and the general populace who were seeking greater economic justice and political reform in response to the challenges posed by industrialization and monopolies of the time. Key elements included the call for the regulation of railroads, direct election of senators, the establishment of a graduated income tax, and the introduction of measures to support silver coinage to inflate the currency. Through the Omaha Platform, the Populist Party sought to unite various disenfranchised groups and advocate for a more equitable society. The other choices do not align with the Populist Party's foundation. The New Deal refers to Franklin D. Roosevelt's policies in the 1930s aimed at combating the Great Depression, while the Greenback Agenda focused on issues related to paper currency during the post-Civil War era, not directly connected to Populist ideologies. The Freedom Manifesto is not a recognized political document from that historical context. Thus, the Omaha Platform represents the historical and ideological significance of the Populist Party effectively.