The Urban Political Machines of the Late Nineteenth Century

question 16

Multiple Choice

The urban political machines of the late nineteenth century

• A) survived by providing relief, security, and services to large numbers of people.
• B) were successful only when it came to giving bribes and dispensing graft.
• C) conducted city business in a fair and open manner.
• D) faced strong opposition from business and industrial leaders.

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Definitions:

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the throat located behind the nose, connecting the nasal cavity to the throat and playing a role in respiration and vocalization.

Epiglottis

A flap of cartilage located at the root of the tongue, which is depressed during swallowing to cover the opening of the windpipe.

Thyroid Cartilage

The largest cartilage of the larynx, forming the Adam's apple, which protects the vocal cords.

Cricoid Cartilage

A ring-like structure located at the top of the trachea below the thyroid cartilage, providing support and structure to the airway.