Question

This cartoon expresses discontent with the presence of "trusts" in the United States in the late-19th century. Which of these is MOST closely related to the word "trusts"?
Responses
A corporationscorporations
B judgesjudges
C monopoliesmonopolies
D politicians

Answer 1

The word "trusts" in the context of late-19th century United States is most closely related to **C) monopolies**. Trusts were often associated with the consolidation of businesses that led to monopolistic practices, where one entity would control an entire market or industry.