The cartoon in Source 2 represents which of the following political trends during the Gilded Age?

Question

A. 

The rise of populism, focused on bimetallism and a graduated income tax.

B. 

The rise of urban politics, which changed from the Jeffersonian agrarian ideal.

C. 

The rise of liberalism, defined by high taxes and public assistance programs.

D. 

The rise of political machines, marked by corruption and community aid.

Part B

Multiple Choice Question

What does the cartoon in Source 2 suggest about New York City and Boss Tweed?

A. 

That the city is a diverse melting pot, despite Tweed’s efforts to prevent it.

B. 

That Tweed controlled the city and its politics and no one could change that.

C. 

That New Jersey and New York were the same and Tweed was in charge of both.

D. 

That Tweed needed to be prosecuted and removed from power to save the city.

Answer 1

Part A:

The cartoon in Source 2 represents:

D. The rise of political machines, marked by corruption and community aid.

Part B:

The cartoon in Source 2 suggests about New York City and Boss Tweed:

B. That Tweed controlled the city and its politics and no one could change that.