The Completion of the American National Railroad Network in the Second

question 12

Multiple Choice

The completion of the American national railroad network in the second half of the 19th century led to all of the following except

• A)that it enabled manufacturers to sell their products all over the country.
• B)mass consumption.
• C)increased prices of goods sold which led to more investment and more jobs.
• D)higher wages.

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Definitions:

National Emergency Strike

A work stoppage, sanctioned or enacted, during a declared national emergency to press for demands or protest issues.

Attorney General

The principal legal officer of a state or a country, responsible for representing the government in legal matters.

Picketing

The placement of persons for observation, patrol, and demonstration at the site of employment as part of employee pressure on an employer to meet a demand.

Boycotting

The act of refusing to buy, use, or participate as a means of protest or coercion.