The IWW was suppressed
a. because of its influence in war-critical industries such as lumber, agriculture, and copper.
b. because of its violent opposition to American involvement in the war.
c. because it threatened to close down factories all over the East Coast.
d. because it was considered disloyal.
e. none of these choices.
ANS: A
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