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Which of the following statements best describes the main idea behind this political cartoon?

A
President Roosevelt was the “king” of the United States.
B
William H. Taft was Roosevelt’s heir to the presidency.
C
Roosevelt and Taft wanted the United States to become a monarchy.
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What was the biggest difference between conservative and progressive Republicans?

A
Conservatives believed that a laissez-faire government was needed to protect the economy.
B
Progressives wanted to increase tariffs to protect consumers and strengthen the economy.
C
Conservatives wanted increased business reform and better conditions for workers.
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About what percentage of the popular vote did Bryan win? 65%50%43%

A
65%
B
50%
C
43%
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Protection and conservation of natural resources:

Answer not available
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Laissez-faire government:

Answer not available
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What was the purpose of the 16th Amendment?

Answer:

PENDING

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What was the purpose of the 17th Amendment?

Answer:

PENDING

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Why did Roosevelt choose Taft to succeed him?

A
He thought that Taft would set his own policies and agendas.
B
He believed that Taft would continue to push for progressive reforms.
C
He wanted Taft to reverse the policies of the progressive Congress.
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According to the map, where did Taft receive most of his support? the Westthe Souththe North

A
the West
B
the South
C
the North
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Increased tariffs:

Answers:
Selection 1:conservative
Selection 2:progressive
Selection 3:progressive
Selection 4:progressive
Selection 5:progressive
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Which of the following did you include in your answers?

A
The 16th Amendment provided for a graduated income tax.
B
The 17th Amendment provided for the direct election of senators.
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Which of the following statements best describes Taft’s position on trusts and monopolies?

A
He sided with conservatives and allowed trusts to operate unhindered.
B
His administration broke up powerful trusts, such as Standard Oil.
C
He believed that some trusts, like the American Tobacco Company, were good for the public.
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What did Roosevelt do when he failed to win the Republican nomination?

A
He supported Taft’s reelection.
B
He supported the Democratic candidate, Woodrow Wilson.
C
He formed a new political party.
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Which candidate unexpectedly tried to gain the Republican nomination from Taft when Taft’s first term ended?

Answer:

Roosevelt

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Which of the following statements are true?

A
Wilson failed to win a majority of the popular vote.
B
Together, Taft and Roosevelt received more popular votes than Wilson.
C
Wilson won less than 50% of the electoral votes.
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Look at the map. Which candidate won a vast majority of the electoral vote in 1912? RooseveltTaftWilson

A
Roosevelt
B
Taft
C
Wilson
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Which factor led to Taft’s defeat in 1912?

A
Taft and Wilson’s beliefs were too similar, splitting the Progressive vote.
B
Roosevelt split the Republican Party by running as a Progressive.
C
Wilson won more than 50% of the popular vote.
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In the 1992 election, which candidate split the conservative vote with George H. W. Bush, leading to a Democratic win?Ralph NaderRoss PerotBill Clinton

A
Ralph Nader
B
Ross Perot
C
Bill Clinton
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Which candidate received the most electoral votes? BryanTaft

A
Bryan
B
Taft
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Union rights for workers:

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