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QuizMultiple Choice

Writing Workshop: Summarizing Historical Trends

Question 9 • CA-United States History and Geography A

How did the Pendleton Civil Service Act weaken the spoils system after President Garfield died?

Answer
A
The act forced federal employees to pass competitive exams.
B
The act said that federal employees could be fired for political reasons.
C
The act said that company contracts and kickbacks were illegal.
D
The act stopped the reform movement in its tracks.
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