What Term Is Used to Describe the New Class of Workers

question 96

Multiple Choice

What term is used to describe the new class of workers, such as accountants, bank tellers, clerks, bookkeepers, and insurance agents, whose jobs were created by the market revolution?

• A) middle class
• B) journeymen
• C) paupers
• D) yeomen

Recognize the intersections of civil rights activism with broader national and global contexts.

Understand the role of gender and women in the civil rights movement.

Comprehend the evolving goals and tactics of the civil rights movement over time.

Analyze electoral power dynamics of black Americans in the 50s and 60s, including their representation and influence in political offices.

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Definitions:

Common Culture

Refers to the shared set of beliefs, values, customs, and practices that characterizes a group or society.

Societal Values

The principles and beliefs that are held in high esteem by a society or community, guiding behavior and judgment.

Postmodernity

A cultural, intellectual, or artistic state lacking a clear central hierarchy or end-point, often associated with skepticism of grand narratives and ideologies.

Erosion of Authority

The gradual loss of respect, influence, or power of an individual or institution, leading to decreased effectiveness or control.