What message is the cartoonist making about the spoils system? It is a bad idea that would lead to corruption and abuse of power.
It is a good idea that would stop corruption and abuse of power.
It is a good idea that would allow more qualified officeholders to be appointed.
It is a bad idea that would let federal workers hold their offices for life.

How did the theory of social darwinism impact immigrants? it inspired in the immigrants pride that they were able to survive the harsh conditions of their home countries to come to the united states. it demonstrated that immigrants were the most suitable candidates for factory work because they were the most likely to immigrate to rural areas. it encouraged assimilation of immigrants into the american culture through education that involved courses in english and american food and clothing. it provided new american immigrants with a clearly defined social support system to ensure that basic nutritional, educational, employment, and health care needs were met.

What was the significant advancement of the caravel? a. it could sail with the wind c. it could sail against the wind b. it could sail at night d. it was motorized

Which statements describe how reformers fought for social change in the progressive era? check all that apply. 1. they founded a state university to promote industrialization. 2. they began a civil rights movement to promote equality between races. 3. they made it legal to manufacture and sell alcohol. 4. they built thousands of new schools and required attendance. 5. they promoted abstinence from alcohol and supported prohibition.