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QuizMultiple Choice

Philanthropy and the Gospel of Wealth

Question 5 • [HSSUS] US History, Sem 1 (26-27)

Which statement shows how Darwin’s theory of evolution was used by social Darwinists to explain the differences between the classes?

Answer
A
Natural selection includes the concept of the inheritance of wealth.
B
The division of the social classes shows that competition is unnatural.
C
Since only the strongest survive and thrive, they are compelled to aid the less fortunate.
D
Eventually, less fortunate people will be unable to survive, and the classes will be equal.
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