Question

Which of the following tactics did bosses and political machines use to gain control of local governments?

Select the three correct answers.

Group of answer choices

using secret ballots

writing articles to gain attention

trading favors for votes

stuffing ballot boxes

hiring repeaters

using a merit system

Answer 1

The three correct answers that bosses and political machines used to gain control of local governments are:

1. **Trading favors for votes**
2. **Stuffing ballot boxes**
3. **Hiring repeaters**

These tactics were part of the corrupt practices that allowed political machines to maintain their influence and control over local governments.