What Was the Primary Reason the Amish Came to the New

question 1

Multiple Choice

What was the primary reason the Amish came to the New World?

• A) Expulsion from their homeland
• B) Religious freedom
• C) Better economic opportunities
• D) Crowded living conditions in Europe

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Definitions:

Pendleton Act

Legislation passed in 1883 that established the United States Civil Service Commission, which ended the spoils system and made merit the basis for hiring and promoting in the federal service.

Merit System

An approach to hiring and promoting government employees based on their ability and performance rather than political connections or factors.

Political Appointment System

A system where government officials are appointed based on their political affiliations and loyalty rather than merit or competitive examination.

Career Civil Servants System

A system employing individuals who work for the government and are selected based on merit rather than appointed or elected, providing continuity within the bureaucracy.