What contributed to the growth of cities such as Chicago and Atlanta in the late nineteenth century?

A) their location at the intersection of rivers
B) their location at the center of railroad connections
C) the discovery of oil that attracted investors
D) the discovery of gold that attracted settlers


Answer: B

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a. Closed shop b. Lockout c. Yellow dog contract d. Blacklist e. Company town

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Which of the following positively correlates with national levels of male-to-female sexual violence?

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