Which of the Following Best Describes What Occurred After the Publication

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes what occurred after the publication of Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species?

• A) The book received little attention except from a small scientific community.
• B) The book was banned from schools.
• C) The book was widely discussed and disseminated.
• D) The book's authorship was disputed.
• E) The book was discredited by most scientists.

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Definitions:

Political Bosses

Influential leaders who control a political machine or organization, often wielding power through patronage and control of voter loyalty.

Political Machines

Political organizations led by a boss that exert a strong influence on the politics of urban areas by providing services in exchange for votes.

Mass Entertainment

Forms of entertainment designed to appeal and be accessible to a large audience, including movies, television, concerts, and sporting events.

Corporate Consolidation

The process where companies merge or are acquired, leading to a reduction in the number of companies in an industry and often increasing the market power of the remaining firms.