During the Nineteenth Century, __________________

question 91

Multiple Choice

During the nineteenth century, __________________.

• A) overall family size increased in all regions of the country
• B) government at both the state and national level established social programs designed to alleviate poverty
• C) the number of single women in the United States increased significantly
• D) the gap between rich and poor in the United States narrowed

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Definitions:

Indigenous Peoples

Ethnic groups who are the original inhabitants of a given region, possessing unique cultures, languages, and traditions, and often facing issues related to sovereignty and rights.

European Colonization

The process by which European countries established settlements, extracted resources, and imposed their control over other regions and peoples around the world, particularly from the 16th to the 20th century.

Imagined Community

A concept that refers to how members of a nation envision themselves as part of a large community, despite having no direct interaction with most other members, as proposed by Benedict Anderson.

Artificially Created Borders

Boundaries established by human decisions rather than natural features, often resulting in social, political, or economic implications.