Florida US History EOC Practice Exam

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What was the primary purpose of the Palmer Raids in 1920?

To support civil rights protests
To combat suspected radical activities
To promote labor strikes
To establish new immigration laws

The correct answer is: To combat suspected radical activities

The primary purpose of the Palmer Raids in 1920 was to combat suspected radical activities. Initiated by Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer, these raids were part of the broader Red Scare, a period characterized by widespread fear of communism and anarchism following the Russian Revolution and a series of bombings in the United States. The government aimed to identify, arrest, and deport individuals who were perceived as threats to the American way of life, particularly those associated with leftist ideologies. This involved extensive investigations and the premised justification of national security concerns, often leading to violations of civil liberties. The focus was squarely on alleged radicals, primarily immigrants, which reflects the broader societal anxieties of the time regarding immigration and its perceived link to social unrest.