During the early decades of the twentieth century, most Americans began to view leisure time as
A. the equivalent of laziness.
B. something not attainable for the average worker.
C. something reserved for the extremely wealthy.
D. increasingly desirable.
E. the province solely of children and the elderly.
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?
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