In the Early 1900s, Was It Difficult for Working-Class Families

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the early 1900s, was it difficult for working-class families to buy their own homes? Why or why not?

• A) Yes, because it was impossible for such families to save enough money for the down payment.
• B) Yes, because mortgage interest rates were high and repayment periods were short.
• C) No, because employers often would help finance homes.
• D) No, because government programs made homeownership possible for all.

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