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Tenement apartments at the turn of the twentieth century were

spacious but crowded living spaces.

small and dangerous living spaces.

crowded but safe living spaces.

renovated living spaces.

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Captains of industry during the Gilded Age were

in the middle class.

very wealthy.

socioeconomically disadvantaged.

in the working class.

What is a political machine?

a political party organization that gives kickbacks to businesses

a political party organization that gives favors in exchange for votes

a company that promises political services in exchange for tax breaks

a company that fights bribes, mismanagement, and political corruption

What was a major reason that people immigrated to America in the 1600s?

to escape a potato famine in their native country

to escape religious persecution in their native country

to pursue employment in factories in America

to pursue better educational opportunities

Which professions best characterize the jobs held by people in the middle class at the turn of the twentieth century?

clerks, teachers, and doctors

factory, mill, and assembly-line workers

union leaders and laborers

big business owners and industry leaders

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