chapter 5: achievement and turmoil

Question 1

which social institutions began to appear and develop in the new state? (108-109)

Answer 1

colleges, universities, libraries, churches, religious institutions, prisons

Question 2

in 1879, which field surpassed mining as the leading element in the california economy? (110)

Answer 2

agriculture

Question 3

why did the call for a constitutional revision in 1877 enjoy widespread support? (126-127)

Answer 3

1) the domination of the railroads
2) banks and corporations were unregulated
3) land was owned by a small amount of people
4) no provisions to deal with public utilities