FACTORY ESCAPE GAME - Populist

IMPORTANT: THERE WILL BE HIDDEN LETTERS OR CHALLENGES TO COLLECT LETTERS. THESE LETTERS WILL CREATE A WORD/PHARSE YOU WILL HAVE TO TYPE AT THE END TO BREAK OUT.

FACTORYESCAPE GAME

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THE MISSION

You and your classmates find yourselves transported back in time to the heart of the Industrial Revolution and the Gilded Age, inside a dimly lit, noisy factory in the late 19th century. You've been assigned to work in this factory, but there's a twist. To escape, you must navigate a series of challenges and riddles, all related to the historical events and figures you've studied.

Instructions:

• The escape room is divided into different sections, each representing a key aspect of the time period.
• In each section, you will find sources and questions about the Cross of Gold Speech, Silver Standard, Interstate Commerce Act, John Sherman's Speech to Congress, and the Farmers Alliance/Grange.
• Hidden codes and clues are scattered throughout the room, which you must collect to answer questions and ultimately escape.
• Solve the puzzles and answer the questions, writing your responses in your chart.
• Collect the hidden codes and decipher them, as they will help you break out at the end.

THE base

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: T11

Section 1: The Factory Floor

You find yourself amidst the deafening noise of the factory floor, surrounded by the clattering of machines and the hurried footsteps of workers. At a desk in the corner, you discover a collection of documents and an old recording device. These documents contain excerpts from the Cross of Gold Speech by William Jennings Bryan.

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful:S20

Find the clue you need to keep moving forward. You might find a helpful hint along the way.

What was the main issue addressed in William Jennings Bryan's "Cross of Gold Speech"?

The gold standard

Labor unions

QUESTION 1/4

Immigration policy

Women's suffrage

Who does Bryan argue are as much businessmen as those working on Wall Street?

Farmers

Politicians

QUESTION 2/4

Bankers

All of the above

Factory workers

What is the significance of the "crown of thorns" and "cross of gold" metaphors used in the speech?

They symbolize economic hardship

They allude to the discovery of precious metals

QUESTION 3/4

They refer to political scandals

They represent religious freedom

What does Bryan suggest would happen if you "burn down your cities and leave our farms"?

The cities will rebuild magically

Grass will grow in the streets of the cities

QUESTION 4/4

The cities will vanish

The farms will become unproductive

CONGRATULATIONS YOU COMPLETED ROOM ONE.

YOUR LETTER IS: S20

PHASE 2

THE base

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: T11

Background:You move on to the next section and find yourself in a room filled with artifacts and documents related to the Silver Standard debate of the Gilded Age. A table is set up with various resources.Hint: ITS A GOOD IEDA TO LOOK AROUND HERE FIRST.

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: U1

Find the clue you need to keep moving forward. But you might want to follow the arrow first.

Watch this video to answer the questions to break out of this section. WATCH ME!

To improve the lives of working Americans.

To increase the supply of gold coins.

To change American monetary policy.

What was the main goal of the free silver movement?

QUESTION 1/3

To guarantee unlimited quantities of dollars for gold.

They should be eliminated from the national currency.

They should be part of the national currency to end economic hardship.

They should be replaced with paper notes.

What did supporters of the free silver movement believe about silver coins?

QUESTION 2/3

They should be guaranteed by private or state banks.

To increase economic activity and create inflation.

To reduce the supply of money in circulation.

To decrease prices for their goods.

Why did farmers and miners support the unlimited coinage of silver?

QUESTION 3/3

CONGRATULATIONS YOU COMPLETED ROOM TWO.

YOUR LETTER IS: B14

PHASE 3

the base

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: T5

You enter an office that exudes authority and power. At the center of the room, there's a large, ornate desk where a man (representing the boss) is working. Surrounding the room are shelves filled with legal documents and books.

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: H13

Find the clue you need to keep moving forward

The need to regulate international commerce.

Protests from small businesses and farmers regarding unfair railroad rates.

The Supreme Court's decision in Wabash v. Illinois.

What prompted the passage of the Interstate Commerce Act in 1887?

QUESTION 1/4

A desire to promote corporate policies.

Promoting unfair competition among railroads.

Encouraging the practice of offering rebates to favored customers.

Regulating railroad rates and ensuring fair and just pricing.

What was one of the primary objectives of the Interstate Commerce Act of 1887?

QUESTION 2/4

Allowing railroads to charge higher rates for short hauls.

It limited the use of the Commerce Clause in national issues.

Encouraging partnerships and small businesses to thrive.

Fostering cooperation and collaboration among businesses.

What impact did the creation of the Interstate Commerce Act have on federal policy and the Commerce Clause?

QUESTION 4/4

Avoiding competition and controlling the market.

Promoting fair competition between corporations.

It expanded the use of the Commerce Clause in addressing national problems.

It strengthened the role of the states in regulating commerce.

What does John Sherman describe as the primary objective of trusts, according to the excerpt?

QUESTION 3/4

It had no significant impact on federal policy.

CONGRATULATIONS YOU COMPLETED ROOM three.

YOUR LETTER IS: C10

PHASE 4

the base

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: T11

You find yourself in a dimly lit boiler room filled with old machinery and shelves lined with dusty books and documents. This is the perfect setting to explore the history of the Farmers Alliance and the Grange.

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: U1

Find the clue you need to keep moving forward

Find the clue you need to keep moving forward

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: E21

To increase profits for big businesses.

To create a political party for urban workers.

To promote government ownership of factories.

To help farmers address issues like low crop prices and high loan interest rates.

What was one of the primary objectives of the Farmers' Alliance?

QUESTION 1/4

Formed their own political party, known as the Populist Party.

Disbanded due to internal conflicts.

Supported large businesses in their policies.

Abandoned their goals for government intervention.

What did the Farmers' Alliance do in response to their growth and goals?

QUESTION 2/4

To promote urban development and community growth.

To support the interests and needs of farmers.

To establish a political party advocating for labor rights.

To preserve historical landmarks in the United States.

What is the primary purpose of The Grange organization?

QUESTION 3/4

By collaborating with labor unions.

By advocating for their fair treatment and government representation.

By promoting urbanization.

By offering low-interest loans.

How did The Grange support farmers during times of financial difficulty and falling crop prices?

QUESTION 4/4

CONGRATULATIONS YOU COMPLETED ROOM Four.

YOUR LETTER IS: R3

PHASE 5

the base

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: T5

You find yourselves in a dimly lit hallway, and stacked street signs point in various directions. The flickering lights overhead cast eerie shadows, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and mystery. This is where you'll explore the history of the Populist Party. It might help you to follow the light.

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: B14

Find the clue you need to keep moving forward

The Rise and Fall of the Populist PartyIn the late 1800s, a new political party called the Populists was formed to help farmers. The Populists wanted to improve the lives of farmers and workers. They were a third party and gained a lot of support in the 1892 presidential election. However, they eventually merged with the Democratic Party and disappeared by 1908.During this time, farmers were struggling with debt and low crop prices. They were angry at the banks and railroads for taking advantage of them. The Populists wanted to change this and fought for better conditions for farmers. They also wanted to help workers and improve the economy.The Populists had a lot of support in the West and South, but they faced challenges from the Democrats and violence from Southern Democrats. In the end, they decided to merge with the Democrats to have a better chance at making changes. This decision led to the decline of the Populist Party.The Populist Party was an important part of American history because it fought for the rights of farmers and workers. Their ideas paved the way for future social reforms in the country. Although the Populist Party didn't last long, their impact can still be seen today.

Hidden Clue: You might find this letter helpful: T9

To improve the lives of urban workers

To improve the lives of urban workers

To merge with the Republican Party

To establish a monarchy in the United States

What was the primary goal of the Populist Party in the late 1800s

QUESTION 1/4

High crop prices

Debt and low crop prices

Political corruption

Overproduction of crops

What were farmers struggling with during the time of the Populist Party's rise?

QUESTION 2/4

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Wrong answer

Right answer

Wrong answer

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QUESTION 3/4

It led to the founding of the Republican Party.

It resulted in significant electoral victories in the 1890s.

It fought for the rights of farmers and workers, paving the way for future social reforms.

It successfully established a monarchy in the United States.

What impact did the Populist Party have on American history, as mentioned in the passage?

QUESTION 4/4

CONGRATULATIONS YOU COMPLETED ROOM Five.

PHASE 6

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