Which of the following is true in relation to settlement in the 1920s? a. the simple life of farming was appealing to people. b. urban areas were more popular than rural. c. small town life was an attractive option for th majority of people. d. the concept of self-sustained living was growing more popular.

( C ) Small town life was an attractive option for the majority of people

B. Urban areas were more popular than rural.

Explanation:

Urban living was considered more popular, big cities were more liberal, experienced and social. During this period increasing internal migration and the movement of foreign immigrants to America caused the population of cities to increase.

For the first time in America the population of cities surpassed the rural areas. Rural life was seen as family life and the place that protected family values.

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