Why did southern progressives support the disfranchisement and segregation of African Americans?
A) They argued it would lead to economic growth.
B) They were more racist than most in the South.
C) They wanted protection from the Ku Klux Klan.
D) They believed it was necessary for political and social reform.
Answer: D
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The order of the West African social hierarchy consisted of:
A) king; military leaders & priests; bureaucrats; traders, artisans & teachers; the masses. B) king; bureaucrats; military leaders & priests; traders, artisans & teachers; the masses. C) king; traders, artisans & teachers; bureaucrats; military leaders & priests; the masses. D) king; bureaucrats; traders, artisans & teachers; military leaders & priests; the masses.
Thomas Hooker is associated with establishing the colony of
A. Rhode Island. B. Maine. C. New Hampshire. D. Vermont. E. Connecticut.
Roosevelt’s “fireside chats” were meant to __________
A) reassure the American people B) put pressure on Congress C) influence wealthy and powerful individuals D) reinforce the awesome power of the presidency