In the late 1800s, roads, buildings, and utilities were repaired in specific New York City neighborhoods when citizens

Political machines often provided neighborhood services, such as repairing roads, buildings, and utilities, in return for political support. Citizens who voted for the machine helped keep its leaders in power, so D, “voted for the political machine,” is correct. The spoils system involved rewarding supporters with government jobs, not directly exchanging votes for neighborhood repairs.

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