In Nineteenth Century Latin America, the Basis of Wealth, Social

question 48

Multiple Choice

In nineteenth century Latin America, the basis of wealth, social prestige, and political power was

• A) birth.
• B) European ancestry.
• C) trade and manufacturing.
• D) land.
• E) military power.

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