In his writings during the late 1800s, the popular author Hamlin Garland
A. romanticized agrarian life in the West.
B. criticized western farmers for failing to develop a stable industry.
C. argued the Plains should be abandoned by Americans.
D. suggested the trials of rural life refined and enlarged the human spirit.
E. reflected the growing disillusionment of western farmers.
Answer: E
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A) A bill B) A referendum C) An initiative D) A recall E) A primary
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