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Farmers on a Closing Frontier

Question 6 • RS AZ-US History A

What was the primary goal of the Populist Party?

Answer
A
to challenge the Farmers’ Alliances
B
to represent farmers’ interests
C
to stop railroads from operating
D
to represent business owners

Explanation

The Populist Party grew out of farmers’ organizing efforts in the late 1800s. Its primary goal was to represent farmers’ interests and promote reforms addressing problems such as debt, low crop prices, and railroad practices. It did not aim to stop railroads from operating or represent business owners.

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