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Which statment reveals the extent of William M. "Boss" Tweed's influence over New York City government in the late 1800s?
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Tweed got his hand-picked candidates elected governor and mayor.
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Republican President James Garfield was opposed to
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the spoils system.
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What made it easy for people to hold office under the spoils system?
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There were few or no specific requirements for office holders.
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Under the spoils system in federal and state government,
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elected officials appointed supporters to key positions.
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How did the Pendleton Civil Service Act weaken the spoils system after President Garfield died?
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The act forced federal employees to pass competitive exams.
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In the late 1800s, roads, buildings, and utilities were repaired in specific New York City neighborhoods when citizens
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voted for the political machine.
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Why was the term political machine used to describe corrupt political systems in the late 1800s?
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Political machines created cycles that turned, like gears.
