Which piece of legislation was passed to reform the civil service by requiring that government jobs be filled based on qualifications rather than political connections?

a. Pendleton Act
b. Emancipation Proclamation
c. Stamp Act
d. McCain/Feingold Act


Answer: a. Pendleton Act

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