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"The farmers of the United States are up in arms. They are the bone and sinew of the nation; they produce the largest share of its wealth; but they are getting, they say, the smallest share for themselves. The American farmer is steadily losing ground. His burdens are heavier every year and his gains are more meager; he is beginning to fear that he may be sinking into a servile condition. He has waited long for the redress of his grievances; he purposes to wait no longer."

-Washington Gladden, minister, Forum, November $1890$

Using the excerpt, answer a, b, and c.

a) Briefly explain ONE specific example that supports the statement that farmers were "losing ground" during the period from $1865$ to $1900$ .

b) Briefly explain ONE specific example that supports the statement that "the farmers are up in arms" during the period from $1865$ to $1900$ .

c) Briefly explain ONE change in national or international markets that affected American farmers during the period from $1865$ to $1900$ .

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What concerns did many farmers share about their businesses?

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Cotton, corn, and wheat prices all fell sharply as farm prices dropped between 1870 and 1895. Farmers were offered low prices for their produce but had to pay very high transportation costs.

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