WESTWARD EXPANSION INDUSTRIALIZATION URBANIZATION 1870 1900
AMERICAN INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT IN THE GILDED AGE
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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they received help from the political machines
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they were afraid of being deported
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Thomas Nast convinced them to
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they always agreed with the political machine’s policies
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Detailed explanation-1: -The political machines provided avenues for Irish Americans to get jobs, to deal with naturalization issues, even to get food or heating fuel in emergencies. The political machines also rewarded their own through political appointments.
Detailed explanation-2: -Political machines started as grass roots organizations to gain the patronage needed to win the modern election. Having strong patronage, these “clubs” were the main driving force in gaining and getting out the “straight party vote” in the election districts.
Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: Political machines controlled the politicians and city decision makers. They made sure that enough people came out to vote in elections in order to keep the candidate that they wanted in control. Doing this ensured that laws and decisions made within the city pleased the boss.
Detailed explanation-4: -Political machines provided immigrants with jobs, services, and support that the government did not give. City dwellers were able to gain votes and support.