Reforms in Urban Living Included All of the Following EXCEPT

question 35

Multiple Choice

Reforms in urban living included all of the following EXCEPT

• A)the development of pure water and sewerage systems.
• B)model homes built for the poor by wealthy philanthropists.
• C)the demolition of old, unneeded urban defensive walls, replaced by wide avenues.
• D)a successful effort to clean up all polluted rivers and lakes.
• E)some increases in governmental regulations.

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Definitions:

Empresario

An empresario was a person who had been granted the right to settle on land in exchange for recruiting and taking responsibility for new settlers in areas of Mexico, including Texas, in the 19th century.

Texas Settlement

The process and history of colonization and habitation in the region of Texas, involving various groups including Native Americans, Spanish, and Anglo-Americans.

Anglo-Americans

Individuals of English descent, especially those residing in the United States or those who have significantly contributed to American society and culture.

1820s

The decade spanning from January 1, 1820, to December 31, 1829, characterized by significant cultural, political, and technological changes worldwide.