What are the choices. I would say thinking historically if that is an option
Increase of nationalism and capitalism and militarism increased competition
In reference, <span>The Encyclopædia Britannica defines "political machine" as, "in U.S. politics, a party organization, headed by a single boss or small autocratic group, that commands enough votes to maintain political and administrative control of a city, county, or state".</span>
<span>SO: It's purpose primarily serves to gain and maintain political and administrative control of city/county/state, none the less the population.</span>
Answer:
C) Reasons for democracy in the colonies
1. had MAJOR impact
3. Russia also expressed interest
4. most went down the Oregon trail for start of a new life with the gold rush happening in California hoping to get lucky
6. the gold rush created a huge economic boom for the Pacific coast creating hundreds of towns and shops