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15 January, 03:34

Which of the following was the first major farmers' movement to emerge after the Civil War?

Incorrect answer A.

the Farmers' Alliance

Correct answer B.

the Grange

Incorrect answer C.

the Populist Party

Incorrect answer D.

the Whig Party

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  1. 15 January, 05:42
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    The Grange was the first major farmers' movement to emerge after the Civil War.

    Option - B

    Explanation:

    After the civil war, the Grange, an Agrarian movement which is officially called The National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry was founded in 1867.

    It is initiated to develop the agricultural methods and to advance the socio-economic needs of US farmers. Advent of railroads was blamed for the major problems faced by the farmers, due to its overcharging and the grain storage facilities.

    Other options:

    A. In 1875, the Farmers Alliance was formed to protect the interest of the farmers.

    C. In 1891, the populist party was formed to upgrade the conditions of the agrarians.

    D. In 1833, the Whig Party opposed the Democratic Party (President Andrew Jackson and policies developed by him)
  2. 15 January, 06:26
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    The Correct Answer is Option B. The Grange.

    Explanation:

    The first major agrarian movement which emerged after the civil war is The Grange movement which is also known as the Agrarian movement of 1867.

    This movement was started because Farmers were in constantly in debt and poor harvest could throw them into chaos.

    Farmers had to shift goods to the market and were at the mercy of railroad rates.
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