How did the two-party political system of 1840 differ from the previous system?
a. In 1840, there was a two-party system that only allowed for two candidates, while in Jefferson's time, there were many parties and candidates.
b. In 1840, the two-party system was regionally organized, meaning there were more than two candidates; in Jefferson's time, parties were national.
c. In 1840, the two-party system dominated political, social, and economic life; during Jefferson's time, political parties had little impact on people's lives.
d. In 1840, the two-party system had little impact on people's lives, whereas political parties of
Jefferson's time affected politics, social life, and economics.
e. In 1840, there were no real differences between the two parties, so voters had no real choice, while previously political parties and candidates had varied greatly.
C
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