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Social, regional and ethnic divisions: countryside versus city; divisions between North, West and South; African-Americans and the rise of the Ku Klux Klan.
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Crisis of identity, 1920–1945 (A-level only)
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Social, regional and ethnic divisions: countryside versus city; divisions between North, West and South; African-Americans and the rise of the Ku Klux Klan
- This point belongs to Crisis of identity, 1920–1945 (A-level only), especially Crisis of identity, 1920–1945 (A-level only).
- You need to be able to social, regional and ethnic divisions: countryside versus city; divisions between North, West and South; African-Americans and the rise of the Ku Klux Klan.
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What was a significant factor contributing to the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s?
Direct answer
The resurgence of nativism and anti-immigrant sentiment was a significant factor contributing to the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s.
Key terms
- Nativism: Nativism is a political policy favoring the interests of established inhabitants over those of immigrants, often manifesting in hostility towards immigrants.
- Great Migration: The Great Migration refers to the mass movement of African Americans from the rural South to urban areas in the North between 1916 and 1970, seeking better economic opportunities and escaping racial oppression.
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Overgeneralizing social divisions: Always support claims with specific examples, such as the experiences of different ethnic groups or the impact of economic changes on urban versus rural populations.
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