During the Second Half of the Nineteenth Century

question 14

Multiple Choice

During the second half of the nineteenth century

• A)the social and cultural influence of the middle class increased significantly.
• B)a general sense of optimism prevailed and standards of living tended to improve.
• C)the modern banking system was established and scientific discoveries fueled industrial innovation.
• D)the successful application to social problems gave a sense of security and confidence.
• E)All of these

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