Read the quotation from William Jennings Bryan’s “Cross of Gold” speech. “You shall not press down upon the brow of labor this crown of thorns; you shall not crucify mankind upon a cross of gold.” Which of the following best describes Bryan’s opinion about currency? Working people do not make as much gold as the wealthy. Free silver would ruin the economy of the United States. The gold standard hurts every worker in the United States. Workers would prefer to earn gold coins instead of silver. Mark this and return Save and Exit Next