The Birth of a Nation Impact: revival of which organization?

• A. Ku Klux Klan
• B. American Legion
• C. NAACP
• D. Socialist Party

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is how a film can influence real-world social and political movements by shaping audience attitudes and legitimizing certain groups. The Birth of a Nation portrayed Reconstruction as chaotic and depicted the Ku Klux Klan as heroic defenders of white civilization. That sensationalized narrative fed white supremacist myths and provided a rallying image for recruitment and public support. As a result, the Klan experienced a revival in the years after the film’s release, expanding nationally with new chapters, parades, and increased visibility in many states.

The other groups—American Legion, NAACP, Socialist Party—had separate histories and were not generated by this film; their development was not tied to its depiction or era.