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Which of the following was the main “spoil” in the spoils system?
money from the federal treasury
ownership of railroads
contracts from Standard Oil
positions in government
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positions in government
Explanation: The "spoils system" refers to giving government jobs and appointments to political supporters and friends after a victory (patronage), summed up by the phrase "to the victor belong the spoils."
Explanation: The "spoils system" refers to giving government jobs and appointments to political supporters and friends after a victory (patronage), summed up by the phrase "to the victor belong the spoils."
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