Which of the Following Best Describes the Mugwumps, Stalwarts, and Half-Breeds

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the Mugwumps, Stalwarts, and Half-Breeds?

• A)They were conflicting groups within the Democratic Party.
• B)Both the Mugwumps and Half-Breeds supported reforms while the Stalwarts opposed reform.
• C)Only the Stalwarts advocated civil-service reform.
• D)All three groups favored extension of the spoils system.
• E)They were three fledging political parties who supported "clean" politics.

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