Machine Politics and Boss Tweed

What was the primary method used by political machines to maintain power in American cities?

• Public debates

• Media control

• Military force

• Patronage

Which term describes the concentration of power in the hands of a few within political machines?

• Federalism

• Socialism

• Democracy

• Bossism

What was the original purpose of Tammany Hall when it was first established?

• A religious organization

• A political institution

• A business association

• A social club

How did Tammany Hall gain political dominance in New York City?

• By allying with Federalists

• By supporting Irish immigrants

• By opposing immigration

• By promoting industrialization

What was William Tweed's role in Tammany Hall?

• Mayor of New York

• Senator

• Grand Sachem

• Governor of New York

What was one of the major public works projects associated with Tweed's corruption?

• Brooklyn Bridge

• Central Park

• Statue of Liberty

• Empire State Building

What was the outcome of Tweed's first trial?

• He was pardoned

• It ended in a mistrial

• He was convicted

• He was acquitted

Where did Tweed flee to after his jailbreak?

• Spain

• Cuba

• Mexico

• Canada

What ultimately led to Tweed's capture in Spain?

• A telegraph message

• A newspaper article

• A political agreement

• A bounty hunter

What is the legacy of the building known as Tweed Courthouse?

• A symbol of innovation

• A symbol of democracy

• A symbol of corruption

• A symbol of justice