Question

Based on this cartoon what were business practices like in the late 1800s and early 1900s

Answer 1

Consolidated corporations gained traction and began to squeeze out smaller businesses and individuals.

Answer 2

I would think it is "In some regions, African Americans were required to pass the same test as white citizens before they could vote." Because the very badly written sign says that if a African american had an education that he could vote with the whites.