Question

how could William Jennings Bryan oppose the gold standard and also support bimetallism?

A: Bryan took each position at a different point in his career, with his support for bimetallism coming later in life.

B: Bimetallism called for a fixed value for gold, which was the opposite of the gold standard.

C: Bryan spoke in favor of the gold standard when addressing the wealthy and in favor of bimetallism when speaking to the poor.

D: Bryan opposed the idea of a fixed value for gold while supporting the concept of a currency based on two metals.

Answer 1

The correct answer is Option D) Bryan opposed the idea of a fixed value for gold while supporting the concept of a currency based on two metals.

William Jennings Bryan was an American politican from Nebraska and was a powerful personality within the Democratic party.

In his famous 'Cross of Gold Speech' he explained his opposition to the Gold Standard. He was also known as the 'the Great Commoner' due to his belief in the wisdom of the ordinary folk of America.

Answer 2

The correct answer is:

D. Bryan opposed the idea of a fixed value for gold while supporting the concept of a currency based on two metals.

William Jennings Bryan opposed the gold standard and also supported bimetallism.

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