City and county politics in the late 1800s were influenced by organizations called
a. political machines.
b. political mobs.
c. voting leagues.
d. voting drives.

The correct answer is: a) political machines

Explanation:

In the 19th century, American cities were rapidly growing because of immigration and migration from rural areas. Several problems arose from this growth, the main one being the lack of governance structures. In this context, political machines helped to provide and improve services and facilities, assimilate immigrant groups and foster the growth of business and industrial activity through the exercise of a centralized authority.

social status of early civilizations was based primarily on economic power.- true ( first choice)

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