Urbanization in America

Question 1

According to Sumner, what separates the wealthy people in society from the poor people?

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how they have handled their opportunities in life

Question 2

For what two reasons does Carnegie believe the rich should decide to give their wealth away?

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They are the best people to judge how to help society.; Their wealth actually belongs to society.

Question 3

From what you’ve learned about social Darwinism and the social gospel, which statement expresses the idea behind this call?

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The rich are more fit and are thus more able to provide help.

Question 4

Which statement most closely matches Rauschenbusch’s point?

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The circumstances in which immigrants today must live is harming them.

Question 5

What main point about wealth and responsibility does Carnegie make in this passage?

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Rich people should use their wealth to benefit society.

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