Question

How did the farmers free themselves

from the gold standard?
A. They formed the Populist party to challenge the gold
standard
B. They added copper to the gold standard
C. The farmers sold all their gold in exchange for paper
money
D. The farmers had President McKinley eliminate the gold
standard

Answer 1

A. They formed the Populist party to challenge the gold standard

Step-by-step explanation:

Farmers free themselves from the gold standard by forming some type of party.

Answer 2

A. They formed the Populist party to challenge the gold standard

Step-by-step explanation:

Farmers free themselves from the gold standard by " forming the Populist party to challenge the gold standard."

The issue of the gold standard occurred in the late 19th century. While the United States government intend to back the U.S dollars with the gold standard, the farmers due to their debt situation opposed the move. They then went ahead to form a populist party. The populist party has populist as its doctrine and ideals. The party supports the struggle of the common people.