Which of the Following Is True of Landless Whites in the South

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of landless whites in the South between 1830 and 1860?

• A) They usually relied on public relief agencies for food, clothing, and shelter.
• B) They often struggled to save enough money from their meager wages to buy land.
• C) They were usually able to obtain steady employment.
• D) Their economic status was comparable to that of most yeoman farmers.

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